John Speed proof maps - Atlas.2.61.1

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John Speed proof maps - Atlas.2.61.1

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Cambridge University Library has one of five known sets of proof maps prepared for John Speed's Theatre of the Empire of Great Britaine, which was published in 1611/12.

The maps were printed from copper plates which had been engraved, in reverse, by Jodocus Hondius in his workshop in Amsterdam. Maps printed from the plates - proofs - would have been sent back to England for checking.

The maps in Cambridge University Library's set of proofs are in a late state of preparation, but many were altered before being published. The map of Cheshire, which had been produced as early as 1603 by English engraver William Rogers, was completely replaced following the death of Rogers in 1604.

The website has made available high quality scans of all 66 of the proof maps (requires Adobe Flash Player).

This is a brilliant resource that has been made available and the map quality is superb............. :g58:

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They are superb Tom. I used to sell a few of the lesser quality ones on Ebay, a few years back. The ones on the Uni's site are far superior. Thanks for posting mate :g50:
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briliant tom cracking site ive saved it to my favorits thanks for posting :g50:

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Another top link Tom, cheers mate :g50:
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Top link :)


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Thanks for the link Tom, the maps are fascinating, and real works of art. :g50:

Typically the Scottish one has a torn piece missing from it covering my stamping grounds. :g44: :g42:

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