1814 John Cary Road Map Shrewsbury Drayton Bishops Castle Shropshire England UK

Description: Lake Erie Maps & PrintsAn Authentic Antique Map: Not a Modern Reproduction Free US Shipping on 5 or more Map or PrintsDescription: It is an authentic engraved antique map approximately 208 years old, blank on reverse, with original hand coloring as issued. It is by John Cary as stated in the upper left margin and published in Cary's Traveller's Companion or, A Delineation of the Turnpike Roads of England and Wales, published by Cary in London, 1814 as stated in the bottom margin, a facsimile copy of the title page is included for authenticity. The map is not mounted, matted nor framed, being sold as a single loose map as seen in the main pic. A very nice miniature size that would be very economical to frame.John Cary (1754-1835), began his career as an apprentice engraver and opened his own business in London in 1782. He would eventually become one the most influential English cartographer of the period. His publishing company produced many English county and travel atlases beginning with The New and Correct English Atlas in 1787, the first edition of his Traveler's Companion in 1790 and the New Itinerary Atlas, first published in 1798 and several world atlases including a large format New Universal Atlas in 1808 and later in 1815 collaborated with William Smith on the first comprehensive geological map of England. He produced some of the most accurate English and World maps of the period and would have a profound influence on the cartography that came after including Tallis and Crunchley in England and Henry Tanner in the United States who would use his maps as a basis. His sons continued to published his works as late as 1850. Overall, his maps are very collectible being well designed with intricate detail, clear delineation and beautiful color. Size: The map image measures, between the neat lines, approximately 3 1/2 by 5 1/2 inches (9x14cm) on a 4 1/4 by 7" (11x18cm) page as seen in the main pic.Condition: The map is in Excellent condition with original hand coloring, blank on the reverse. Overall, the map is very clean with a strong impression and bright color that would frame up well. The pics are of the actual map, so take a good look at the details.Payment Details: We accept most major credit cards through Paypal. Please ask if you have any questions about payment. International Bidders are welcomed and encouraged. Payment is expected within 7 days. Nonpaying Bidders will be reported to Ebay to recoup our listing fees.International Customs and VAT Fees: It is the responsibility of the buyer to pay all Customs Taxes, VAT or other fees that may be due upon arrival. These fees vary greatly from country to country and ebay policy is that the buyer is responsible for their country's taxes and fees. Please consult your country's Customs Regulations for more details on your country: printed matter is duty free in many countries. We declare the full purchase value as required by law. Delays by Customs: Although most items arrive at their destination very quickly, we have no control over how long it takes an item to move through Customs, which can be held for up to six weeks in rare cases.Satisfaction Guaranteed: We stand fully behind our products and offer a full refund minus shipping with no questions asked. If condition is different than described we offer a full refund including shipping fees.***Please note that our photos are copyright protected, however we freely allow noncommercial and nonprofit web usage for historical and illustrative purposes, as along as a small by line is included, stating "Photo by Steve Wright, Erie, PA"

Price: 30 USD

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