Vintage Map, Lincoln, Nottingham, English, After Christopher Saxton, Cartography

Our Stock # 26107

This is a vintage dual county map of Lincoln and Nottingham. An English, framed reproduction of the 16th century original by Christopher Saxton, dating to the late 20th century, circa 1970.

• Quality reproduction on board, after Christopher Saxton's landmark 16th century map
• Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order
• Presented within a later, quality frame with gilt and ebonised finish
• Presented behind clear, bright glass with hanging wire to rear for ease of mounting
  
  
• Carries the coat of arms for Elizabeth I, who commissioned Saxton's atlas
• Published in 1579, within the Atlas of the Counties of England and Wales
• In high detail for the time, with both counties represented by rivers, hills and settlements
• Represents distance in Latin as Scala Milliarium, accentuated between a set of compass legs

This is a fascinating vintage county map of Lincoln and Nottingham, with a fine representation of the 16th century original, and 17th century atlas publication. Delivered ready to display.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 55.5cm (21.75'')
Max Depth: 1.5cm (.5'')
Max Height: 43cm (17'')

Map Width: 52.5cm (20.75'')
Map Height: 40cm (15.75'')