A 17th century map of Connaught
SPEED, John.
The Province of Connaugh with the Citie of Galwaye Described by J. Speed.
London: Thomas Bassett & Richard Chiswell, 1676. Coloured. 395 x 515mm.
Small tears in top edge repaired.
A map of Connaught engraved by Jodocus Hondius for John Speed's important atlas, 'The Theatre of the Empire of Great Britain', first published 1611-12. It is one of the most decorative maps of the province, with strapwork cartouches for the title, scale and publication inscription, and an inset plan of Galway.
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A 17th century map of Connaught
SPEED, John.
The Province of Connaugh with the Citie of Galwaye Described by J. Speed.
London: Thomas Bassett & Richard Chiswell, 1676. Coloured. 395 x 515mm.
Small tears in top edge repaired.
A map of Connaught engraved by Jodocus Hondius for John Speed's important atlas, 'The Theatre of the Empire of Great Britain', first published 1611-12. It is one of the most decorative maps of the province, with strapwork cartouches for the title, scale and publication inscription, and an inset plan of Galway.
Stock ID : 20299
SOLD
To see similar items click here