This is a beautifully decorated 17th century map of Rutland by John Speed, published by Bassett & Chiswell in around 1676.
It includes the earliest known surveys of Oukham (Oakham) and Stanford (Stamford).
This is from an original copperplate engraving with hand colouring.
The frame is in traditional ebony & gilt including the map backed with an informative Alphabetical Table of all the Towns, Rivers & Memorable places in Rutland~shire and a description.
A true gem of a piece for a map lover who perhaps lives in this beautiful county.
Width 58cm
Height 47cm
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