Description
Antique 17th Century British very rare and original John Speed (1551-1629) map of the Barkshire Described, J. Sud and Georg Humble, publication (1616 or later), hand-coloured engraved map, map measuring 380mm x 506mm, Latin text on reverse (pages 27-28, signature obscured by mount), mounted in gilt frame, glazed front and rear. John Speed is undoubtedly the most famous single figure in the early history of the English map making.
CONDITION: In Good Condition - Wear as expected with age and comes newly framed.
SIZE: Height: 56 cm // 22.05 inches
Width: 67 cm // 26.38 inches
Depth: 3 cm // 1.18 inches
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ANTIQUE 17thC JOHN SPEED MAP OF THE BARKSHIRE DESCRIBED c.1616
Estimate £300-£500
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Pushkins - The Interiors Sale (TIMED AUCTION)
Oct 30, 2026, 2:00 PM EDTRoyal Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom
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