On offer: an original (i.e. not a later reproduction) antique map "Derbyshire."  A map to provide parliamentary information and apart from this only shows hundred boundaries, main roads and chief towns. 

DATE PRINTED: 1835.  The map was updated and re-issued in 1837.

SIZE: The printed area including titles is approximately  9.75" x 7.5 " (24.5 x 19 cm), (medium) plus margins.

ARTIST/CARTOGRAPHER/ENGRAVER: Drawn by R. Creighton and engraved by John and Charles Walker. Published by Samuel Lewis (c. 1782 – 1865), the editor and publisher of topographical dictionaries and maps of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland. The aim of the texts was to give in 'a condensed form', a faithful and impartial description of each place. The firm of Samuel Lewis and Co. was based in London. Samuel Lewis the elder died in 1865. His son of the same name predeceased him in 1862.

PROVENANCE: A map published in 'A Topographical Dictionary of England with Historical and Statistical Descriptions", by Samuel Lewis; Published by S. Lewis and Co., London [Lewis's Topographical Dictionary of England].  Lewis' Dictionary first appeared in 1831 and continued until 1848 with the map undated for new railways, etc.  This series of maps was added in the 1835 edition and continued in use through to 1838.

TYPE: Antique lithograph printed on paper.

VERSO: There is nothing printed on the reverse side, which is blank.

CONDITION: Very good. Suitable for framing. Please check the scan for any blemishes prior to making your purchase. Virtually all antiquarian paper is subject to some normal aging due to use and time which is not significant unless otherwise stated.  

AUTHENTICITY: This is an authentic antique print, published at the date stated above. I do not offer reproductions. It is not a modern copy. The term 'original' when applied to a print means that it was printed at the first or original date of publication; it does not imply that the item is unique.

RETURNS POLICY: I offer a no questions returns policy. All I ask is that you pay return shipping and mail back to me in original condition.

POSTAGE / SHIPPING COSTS: I only charge postage for the first print ordered. There is no additional postage charge if you order more than one print.

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