On offer: an original (i.e. not a later reproduction) antique map "Cardiganshire." Offered with outline colour.
DATE PRINTED: c.1840
SIZE: The printed area including titles is approximately 24 x 19 cm, 9.5 x 7.5 inches (medium) plus margins.
ARTIST/CARTOGRAPHER/ENGRAVER: Drawn by Roger Creighton (1796–1838) and engraved by J & C Walker. John and Charles were the sons of John Walker Snr who worked for Alexander Dalrymple, Hydrographer to the East India Company in 1779 and for the Admiralty in 1795. John took over as hydrographer in 1808 and when he died Sir Francis Beaufort (wind force scale) was appointed. John the younger also became hydrographer to the East India Company in 1836. He and Charles continued the family firm until 1890. 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.
PROVENANCE: A map published in 'A Topographical Dictionary of Wales with Historical and Statistical Descriptions", by Samuel Lewis; Published by S. Lewis and Co., London. Lewis' Dictionary first appeared in 1833 and until 1848 with the map updated for new railways, etc.
TYPE: Antique copper plate engraving printed on paper.
VERSO: There is nothing printed on the reverse side, which is blank.
CONDITION: 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.
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