Antique Map of County Durham, English, Framed, After Moule, Victorian, c.1900

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This is an antique map of County Durham. An English, atlas reproduction of the Thomas Moule original, dating to the … Read more This is an antique map of County Durham. An English, atlas reproduction of the Thomas Moule original, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

Excellent reproduction cartography, by the renowned Thomas Moule
Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order
Presented behind clear, bright glass with a dark brown card border
Later giltwood frame with deep golden hues, dressed to the reverse with hanging wire

Desirable period cartography, as expected of the renowned Thomas Moule (1784 - 1851)
Provides excellent detail to Durham, the county situated in the North East of England
Accentuated with Gothic revival motif and colourful heraldry, a Moule hallmark
Map tastefully hand coloured in a delightful palette of eye-catching hues

Pair of excellent vignettes, showing Durham from the banks of the Wear, and Raby Castle
Reference table given to the Hundreds, an administrative boundary in use until the late 19th century
George Virtue included these Moule maps in James Barclay's Complete & Universal English Dictionary
This edition likely featured within a later print run of the reference volume

This is a wonderful antique County Durham atlas map, with a finely detailed and quality Victorian reproduction of the Thomas Moule original. A treat for area residents, descendants or collectors. Delivered ready to display.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 40.5cm (16'')
Max Depth: 1.5cm (.5'')
Max Height: 36cm (14.25'')

Map Width: 26.5cm (10.5'')
Map Height: 21cm (8.25'') See less