Vintage Cambridgeshire County Map, English, Framed, After Thomas Moule, Revival

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This is a vintage county map of Cambridgeshire. An English, atlas reproduction of the Thomas Moule original, dating to the … Read more This is a vintage county map of Cambridgeshire. An English, atlas reproduction of the Thomas Moule original, dating to the late 20th century, circa 1990.

Fascinating mid-19th century cartography, reproduced during the late 1980s Moule revival
Displays a desirable aged patina and in good vintage order
Presented behind clear, bright glass with a cream card border
Later frame with gilt border detail and dressed with hanging wire to the reverse

Superb cartography, as expected of the renowned Thomas Moule (1784 - 1851)
Gives excellent detail to Cambridgeshire with an appealing artistic flourish
Accentuated a flamboyant Neo-Gothic architectural border featuring pillars and cathedral-like spires
Hand colouring adds borders and distinction the decorative touches

Pair of delightful vignettes, showing Ely Cathedral and Wimpole House
Reference is 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 charming vintage county map of Cambridgeshire, with a well detailed and presentable reproduction of the Thomas Moule original. A treat for area residents, descendants or collectors. Delivered ready to display.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 36cm (14.25'')
Max Depth: 1.5cm (.5'')
Max Height: 42.5cm (16.75'')

Map Width: 20cm (7.75'')
Map Height: 26.5cm (10.5'') See less