This map of the Welsh counties of
Denbigh & Flintshire was published in the 1647 Dutch edition of Joan Blaeus Atlas Novus.
Blaeus reference for the topographical data for this map derive from John Speeds maps
of Great Britain from the 1611 Empire of Great Britaine - the
beautiful decoration, though, is distinctly Blaeus.
This is a beautiful map with a deep impression, original margins, wonderful hand
colouring and strong, stable paper. (Ref: Koeman; Tooley)
General Description:
Paper thickness and quality: - Heavy and stable
Paper color: - White
Age of map color: - Early
Colors used: - Yellow, pink, red, blue, green
General color appearance: - Authentic
Paper size: - 24in x 20in (610mm x 510mm)
Plate size: - 19 1/2in x 15in (495mm x 380mm)
Margins: - Min 1in (25mm)
Imperfections:
Margins: - None
Plate area: - Light age toning along centrefold
Verso: - None
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