Description: contact usebay profileebay store Time and History presenting Britannia the ancient progessive and present State of London the Capital of the British Empire Cartographer : - Harrison & Co (active 1772 - 1838) Date: - 1780 Size: - 12 1/2in x 8in (320mm x 205mm)Ref#: - 50076Condition: - (A+) Fine Condition Description: This original copper plate engraved antique frontispiece is from a publication by John Harrison on The History of London England. Beautifully engraved depicting a seated Britannia with a view of London & St Pauls in the distance. (Ref: M&B; Tooley) General Definitions: Paper thickness and quality: - Heavy and stable Paper color : - off white Age of map color: - Colors used: - General color appearance: - Paper size: - 12 1/2in x 8in (320mm x 205mm) Plate size: - 12 1/2in x 8in (320mm x 205mm) Margins: - Min 1/2in (12mm) Imperfections: Margins: - Light foxing Plate area: - None Verso: - NoneBackground: Harrison & Co (active 1772 - 1838) Harrison & Co were British publishers & printers. Housed at 18 and 19 Paternoster Row, London (in 1772-98) 35 Paternoster Row, London 108/115 Newgate Street 23 Warwick Square 6 Lancaster Court, Strand 12 Orchard Street, Westminster. They were also know as: Harrison & Co (c.); Harrison and Co; Harrison, Cluse & Co.; James Harrison & Co; Harrison, James I (birth and death); Brooke, Samuel I; Harrison, James II. Publications: - Collaborated with Joseph Wenman 1778-81 on a series of reprinted drama, poetry, fiction, essays. The essays were packaged as Harrisons British Classicks in 8 volumes 1785. - Published The Novelists Magazine (1780-88) - Ladys Poetical Magazine (1781-2) - New Musical Magazine (1783) - The Wits Magazine; or Library of Momus. Being a Compleat Repository of Mirth, Humour, and Entertainment. (1784-85) - Pianoforte Magazine (1797-1802) - The Copper-Plate Magazine (1793-98) - Biographical Magazine, Pocket Magazine. What is an Antique Map The word Antique in the traditional sense refers to an item that is more than a hundred years old. In the past maps were sold in two forms, as a single sheet (broadsheet) or bound in an atlas or book. The majority of antique maps for sale today come from books or atlases and have survived due to the protection offered by the hardback covers. When considering a purchase The first thing to determine when staring a collection or purchasing an item, is what is important to you. Most collectors prefer to build their collections around a theme. You may decide to collect maps from one region or country, charting its development through time. Similarly you could collect maps of one particular period in time, by type (i.e. sea or celestial charts) or by cartographer. The collector might also want to consider the theme of cartographical misconceptions such as California as an island or Australia as Terra Australis or the Great Southern Land. The subject is so wide that any would-be-collector has almost endless possibilities to find his own little niche within the field, and thereby build a rewarding collection. Starting a collection & pricing Pricing is based on a number of different factors, the most important of which is regional. In any series of maps the most valuable are usually the World Map and the America/North America. The World because it is usually the most decorative and America because it has the strongest regional market. Other factors that come into play re: price is rarity, age, size, historical importance, decorative value (colour) and overall condition and quality of paper it is printed on. As specialised dealers, we frequently work with first time map buyers who are just starting their collection. Guiding new collectors on their first antique map purchase and helping new collectors to focus their interests is one of the most rewarding aspects of being an rare map dealer. So please do not hesitate to contact us and we will be happy to help with any questions you may have. Payment, Shipping & Return Options Please click on the "Shipping and Payments" Tab above for shipping, payment and return details About US Classical Images was founded 1998 and has built an excellent reputation for supplying high quality original antiquarian maps, historical atlases, antique books and prints. We carry an extensive inventory of antiquarian collectibles from the 15th to 19th century. Our collection typically includes rare books and decorative antique maps and prints by renowned cartographers, authors and engravers. Specific items not listed may be sourced on request. Classical Images adheres to the Codes of Ethics outlined by the Antiquarian Booksellers Association of America (ABAA). We are a primarily an online based enterprise, however our inventory may be viewed by appointment. Please call or email to arrange a viewing.
Price: 59 USD
Location: Ivanhoe, VIC
End Time: 2024-11-10T09:54:50.000Z
Shipping Cost: 9.99 USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money back or replacement (buyer's choice)
Style: Antique
Age: Pre-1800
Original/Reproduction: Original
