LES ISLES BRITANNIQUES
qui contiennent les
ROYAUMES D'ANGLETERRE, ESCOSSE et IRLANDE
By Jan Barend Elwe
Published Amsterdam 1792 in Elwe's "Atlas der Wereld"
A fine large format copper engraved original antique map of The British Isles. Scarce.
A highly detailed map which covers England, Wales, Scotland, Ireland and the adjacent coasts of France, Belgium and the Netherlands. Inset detail map of the Orkney, Faro and Shetland Islands.
Enhanced with early hand colouring. A handsome map for display.
Fine condition other than insignificant age related blemishes (see images), free of repairs or restoration. Centre fold as issued.
Approx. 24" x 19" (600mm x 480mm) map area only, with good margins beyond.
Printed on heavy hand laid paper which remains stable and robust, blank verso.
Please see also close up and overall images.
A GENUINE ANTIQUE MAP GUARANTEED OVER 230 YEARS OLD FROM LINDISFARNE PRINTS
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