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Antique map of Edinburgh and Leith with Suburbs, 1884

SKU:  194604

Antique map of Edinburgh and Leith with Suburbs, 1884

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John Bartholomew's "Plan of Edinburgh and Leith with Suburbs," published in 1884, is a detailed and meticulously crafted map that provides a comprehensive view of Edinburgh, its port town Leith, and the surrounding suburbs during the late 19th century. This map is significant for its precise depiction of urban development, infrastructure, and key landmarks of the time.

The map provides an intricate and accurate representation of the streets, buildings, and public spaces within Edinburgh and Leith. It showcases the urban structure and the arrangement of residential, commercial, and industrial areas.
Major streets and thoroughfares, such as Princes Street, George Street, and the Royal Mile, are clearly marked, reflecting their importance in the city's navigation and daily life.

The map details the transportation infrastructure of the time, including railway lines, stations, and major roads. This includes the prominent Waverley Station, which was a key hub for rail transport.
The layout of tramways and the presence of the Leith docks highlight the connectivity and industrial activity in the region, crucial for both local and international trade.

This map serves as a valuable historical document, capturing the urban and infrastructural development of Edinburgh and Leith during the late 19th century. It provides insights into the city’s growth, planning, and the changes that have shaped its modern form.

The map is an important cultural artifact that illustrates the city's rich heritage and architectural diversity. It serves as an educational tool for those interested in the history and development of Edinburgh.
  - Schools, universities, and libraries can utilize this map to teach about urban planning, historical geography, and the cultural significance of Edinburgh and its surrounding areas. 

John Bartholomew, known for his high standards in cartography, produced a map that is both accurate and artistically rendered. The map reflects the precision and attention to detail characteristic of Bartholomew's work, making it a significant piece in the history of cartography. 

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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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