Antique Map Compendiums, English, Ordnance Survey, Cartography, Victorian, 1880
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This is a set of 4 antique map compendiums. An English, bound volume with a set of Ordnance Survey cartography maps, dating to the Victorian period and later, circa 1880 to 1920.
- Of interest to the enthusiast cartographer - 28 antique maps in total
- Displaying a desirable aged patina - signs of previous enjoyment commensurate with age
- Half bound in rich, crimson leather with decorative marbled boards providing contrast
- Each map is linen-backed for quality and durability when folding
- Large scale, with maps at 25.4" statute mile scale - some with hand-coloured areas
- Mainly situated within Buckinghamshire, with some bordering Oxfordshire
- Maps show surveying and publication dates spanning from circa 1880 to 1920
- Annotated keys show characteristics and symbols for boundaries
This is a pleasingly decorative set of 4 antique map compendiums. Of fascination to lovers of cartography or English county history, these maps also offer display interest for the collector or institutions. Delivered ready to be enjoyed.
Dimensions:
Volume Width: 17.5cm (7'')
Volume Depth: 8cm (3.25'')
Volume Height: 27cm (10.75'')
Map Folded Width: 13cm (5'')
Map Folded Height: 24cm (9.5'')
Map Unfolded Width: 100cm (39.25'')
Map Unfolded Height: 68cm (26.75'')
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