Description: On offer: an original (i.e. not a later reproduction) antique map "Derbyshire" Offered with original hand outline colour. DATE PRINTED: 1831 or shortly afterwards. The map first was published in 1831 and then appeared in editions to 1849. SIZE: The printed area including titles is approx. 24 x 18.5 cm, 9.5 x 7.25 inches (medium) plus margins. ARTIST/CARTOGRAPHER/ENGRAVER: Drawn by R. Creighton and engraved by J & C Walker. John and Charles were the sons of John Walker Snr who worked for Alexander Dalrymple, Hydrographer to the East India Company in 1779 and for the Admiralty in 1795. John took over as hydrographer in 1808 and when he died Sir Francis Beaufort (wind force scale) was appointed. John the younger also became hydrographer to the East India Company in 1836. He and Charles continued the family firm until 1890. PROVENANCE: A plate published in "A Topographical Dictionary of England..." by Samuel Lewis (1831-1849) .TYPE: Antique steel plate engraving printed on paper. VERSO: There is nothing printed on the reverse side, which is blank. CONDITION: Good. Suitable for framing. Please check the scan for any blemishes prior to making your purchase. Virtually all antiquarian paper is subject to some normal aging due to use and time which is not significant unless otherwise stated. AUTHENTICITY: This is an authentic antique print, published at the date stated above. I do not offer reproductions. It is not a modern copy. The term 'original' when applied to a print means that it was printed at the first or original date of publication; it does not imply that the item is unique. RETURNS POLICY: I offer a no questions returns policy. All I ask is that you pay return shipping and mail back to me in original condition. POSTAGE / SHIPPING COSTS: I only charge postage for the first print ordered. There is no additional postage charge if you order more than one print. BACKGROUND INFORMATION: . Please explore my ebay shop for more antique prints. Track Page Views With Auctiva's FREE Counter
Price: 9.99 GBP
Location: Marlow
End Time: 2025-02-07T13:43:47.000Z
Shipping Cost: 18.96 GBP
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Return postage will be paid by: Buyer
Returns Accepted: Returns Accepted
After receiving the item, your buyer should cancel the purchase within: 30 days
Return policy details: I accept returns within 14 days provided that the items are returned to me in the same condition as shipped.
Antique: Yes
Date Range: 1800-1899
Type: County Map
Printing Technique: Copper Plate
Format: Sheet Map
Year: 1831
Era: 1800s
Cartographer/Publisher: J & C Walker
Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
Country/Region: England
County: Derbyshire
