unbound
1579
by SAXTON, Chrisopher
Christopher Saxton, 1579. unbound. very good. Map. Engraving with hand coloring. 13.25" x 15.5". Showing repair to centerfold at verso. In very good condition. An important early map of Northumberland. Christopher Saxton (1543-1611) was an estate surveyor and draughtsman known as the Father of English cartography. He made extensive topographical surveys of England and Wales. Stylishly engraved by Guiliemus Hole with a flying book cartouche. (Inventory #: 288868)