• presentation of the map reproduction without a frame
  • detail of the map from the centre
  • detail of the map from the centre left
  • detail of the map from the top left corner
  • detail of the map from the bottom left corner
  • detail of the map from the top right corner
  • detail of the map from the bottom right corner
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Ancient map of Herefordshire, 1567

SKU:  189452

Ancient map of Herefordshire, 1567

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The map, dating back to 1567, depicts the English county of Herefordshire. Titled 'Frugiferi ac Ameni Herefordiae Comitalus,' it is the creation of Christopher Saxton, with engraving by William Hole. This meticulously detailed map offers an accurate portrayal of the county, highlighting towns, villages, roads, rivers, and various geographical features.

Adorned with a title cartouche, compass rose, and royal coat of arms, the map also includes a scale of miles for reference. Beyond its practical utility, the map serves as a historical artifact, offering a glimpse into Herefordshire during an era characterized by its rural landscape and robust agricultural traditions. Major towns, villages, roads, rivers, and even the county's extensive forests and woodlands are meticulously delineated.

Beyond its historical significance, the map is a work of art, featuring decorative elements that add to its visual appeal. Carefully crafted, it stands as a valuable resource for those intrigued by the history, geography, or culture of Herefordshire. Through its intricate details and artistic embellishments, the map captures the essence of the county during the 17th century, making it a compelling testament to the past.

Christopher Saxton (c. 1540 – c. 1610) was an English cartographer who produced the first county maps of England and Wales. He was born in Yorkshire in 1540 and studied surveying at Cambridge University. In 1574, he began surveying England and Wales, and by 1579 he had completed maps of all 40 counties. His maps were published in an atlas in 1579, and they were the first accurate and comprehensive maps of England and Wales ever produced.

Saxton's maps were highly influential, and they were used by surveyors and mapmakers for centuries. They also helped to promote a sense of national unity in England and Wales. Saxton's maps are also important works of art, and they are still prized by collectors today.

Saxton's maps are characterized by their accuracy, detail, and beauty. He used a variety of techniques to create his maps, including triangulation and surveying with a compass and chain. He also used information from local sources, such as parish registers and estate records.

Saxton's maps were a major achievement in cartography, and they helped to shape our understanding of England and Wales. They are a valuable historical and artistic resource, and they continue to be studied and enjoyed today.

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Materials

Cotton canvas, matte photo paper, fine art paper, pigmented inks.

  • The canvas it's 99 % cotton, 450 gr/sqm;
  • The matte photo paper it's acid-free (archival paper), 190 gr/sqm;
  • The fine art photo paper it's satinated (semi-glossy), 140 gr/sqm.

Shipping & Returns

Dispatching time: 1-2 days.

* AirMail option: The orders will be sent by priority registered mail, usually via client National Post (USPS, Canada Post, Royal Mail, LaPoste, Deutsche Post, PostNL, etc). The delivery times are not guaranteed, sometimes it will take longer and these are beyond our control. Tracking number will be provided. Clients from US and Canada cannot track the parcels as the tracking numbers are not rolled in USPS and Canada Post systems.

* UPS standard: The orders will be sent with UPS expedited option. The delivery time it's between 5-11 days. Tracking number will be provided after dispatch.

* UPS express: : The orders will be sent with UPS express saver. The delivery time it's between 4-7 days. Tracking number will be provided after dispatch.

Framing tips

Both type of materials, paper and canvas prints come rolled and will be need to be taken to your local framers.

The image it's printed with a border of 0.6 " (1.5 cm), for framing purposes only.

If you have already a frame, be sure you send us the exact size of the print that will fit inside the frame. We're printing on vectorial plotters so the size could slightly be more or less with 0.4" (1 cm).

If you plan to have the canvas print stretched on wooden frame, you'll need additional border, so please let us know after placing the order.

The images above was cropped from the image at the biggest size available (keeping the best quality and aspect /ratio), so, for good details please choose biggest dimensions that will suit your preferences / space.

Care Instructions

The print media (canvas or photo paper) could be cleaned only with a dry, soft cloth.

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