Antique County Map, Gloucestershire, English, Framed, Thomas Moule, Victorian

Our Stock # 26304

This is an antique county map of Gloucestershire. An English, atlas reproduction of the Thomas Moule original, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

• Striking mid-19th century cartography, reproduced in the late Victorian period
• Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout
• Set behind clear, bright glass with a lilac card border
• Later frame with gilt accents, and dressed with hanging wire to the reverse
  
  
• Fine cartography, as expected of the renowned Thomas Moule (1784 - 1851)
• Gives excellent detail to Gloucestershire, home of the famous Cotswold area of national beauty
• Displays the usual Moule hallmarks of architectural vignette, heraldry and figural interest
• Tastefully hand coloured in a delightful palette of appealing hues
  
  
• Trio of superb vignettes, showing Gloucester Cathedral, Cheltenham's New Spa and Tewkesbury Abbey
• Reference is also given to the Hundreds, an administrative boundary in use until the late 19th century
• George Virtue included these wonderful Moule maps in James Barclay's Complete & Universal English Dictionary
• This edition likely featured within a later print run of the reference volume

This is a wonderful antique Gloucestershire county map, with a superbly detailed and quality Victorian reproduction of the Thomas Moule original. A treat for area residents, descendants or collectors. Delivered ready to display.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 31.5cm (12.5'')
Max Depth: 1.5cm (.5'')
Max Height: 37.5cm (14.75'')

Map Width: 20.5cm (8'')
Map Height: 26.5cm (10.5'')