JOHN SPEED ENGRAVED MAP "THE KINGDOME OF GREAT BRITAINE AND IRELAND" Britain, 17th Century Sheet 16"

JOHN SPEED ENGRAVED MAP "THE KINGDOME OF GREAT BRITAINE AND IRELAND"
Britain, 17th Century
Engraved by J. Hondius. Printed by Sudbury and Humble, London, 1630. Shows insets of London, Edinburgh and the "Iles of Orknay". Bright hand-coloring. Double-sided frame with text verso.
Sheet 16" x 20". Framed 20.5" x 26.5".
Notes:
John Speed (1551/1552-1629) is among the most famous of English map makers. His Historie of Great Britaine included the first-ever issued maps of several British cities and towns, and his two world atlases were the first British versions ever published.
Condition Report: Overall excellent: slight rippling to the paper.The absence of a condition report does not imply an object is free of defects. All items may have normal signs of age and wear commensurate with their age; these issues will likely not be mentioned in the condition report. Please contact Eldred's before the auction with any condition questions. Questions about condition will not be answered after purchase. Condition reports are provided as a courtesy, and we are not responsible for any errors or omissions. Important note on frames: Frames are not guaranteed to be in the same condition as they are in the item photograph. Due to handling and shipping, many frames, especially antique ones, are prone to losses. If you have questions about the condition of a frame, please contact us prior to the auction.