{"product_id":"antique-map-of-breconshire-english-framed-john-speed-dual-sided-circa-1627","title":"Antique Map of Breconshire, English, Framed, John Speed, Dual Sided, Circa 1627","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur Stock # 26328\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis is an antique map of Breconshire (Breknoke). An English, framed county and town map by John Speed with dual sided atlas excerpt, dating to the early 17th century, published 1627.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFull title; \u003cem\u003eBreknoke - Both Shyre and Towne Described. Ann. Domini 1610\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eA renowned 16th and early 17th century cartographer and historian, John Speed (1552 - 1629) crafted a series of fine maps in a distinguished career. Influenced by contemporaries such as Christopher Saxton and John Norden, Speed was the first to incorporate The Hundreds administrative divisions to his cartography and established the first town plans of several locations.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eSuperb atlas cartography with dual view aspect for additional interest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eDisplays a desirable aged patina and in lightly time worn order\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003ePresented behind clear, bright glass within a later, ebonised and gilt frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eDressed to the rear with hanging wire for ease of mounting\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eExcellent \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eJacobean period\u003c\/span\u003e cartography by the renowned John Speed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p3\"\u003ePresented here from its later 1627 appearance in the 'Theatre of Great Britain' published by George Humble\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p3\"\u003eCharming detail, as expected from a John Speed map, with town plan and heraldry\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p3\"\u003eFascinating town plan excerpt shows Brecon as it stood in the early 17th century\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p3\"\u003eExcellent historic detail with local coats of arms and a small historical vignette\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p3\"\u003eThe reverse presents two pages from the atlas, referencing the Hundreds and locations within the county\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p3\"\u003eThe informative opposite page is dedicated to a history of the county itself\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThis is a delightful antique map of Breconshire, being a desirable example by the renowned John Speed. As published in 1627 by George Humble, the provenance of this map's existence is a treat for collectors and area natives. Delivered ready to display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eMax Width: 58cm (22.75'')\u003cbr\u003eMax Depth: 2cm (.75'')\u003cbr\u003eMax Height: 46cm (18'')\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMap Width: 53cm (20.75'')\u003cbr\u003eMap Height: 41cm (16.25'')\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"London Fine Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57620266942837,"sku":"26328","price":895.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0385\/9077\/files\/26328-1.jpg?v=1790861543","url":"https:\/\/www.londonfine.co.uk\/products\/antique-map-of-breconshire-english-framed-john-speed-dual-sided-circa-1627","provider":"London Fine Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}