Ancient France or Gallia Transalpina. By T. Hewett Key M.A. Prof. Latin Univ. Lond. - Published under the...

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Original antique steel engraving, hand coloured in outline, showing Ancient France or Gallia Transalpina. By T. Hew.... Published by Baldwin & Cradock, Aug., London, 1831. Sheet: 346 by 323mm (13½ by 12¾ inches).. A fine decorative example of antique cartography by S. D. U. K, rich in period detail and historical significance. S. D. U. K. was a cartographer active during the period indicated by this map. Their works document the geographical knowledge and cartographic craft of their era. Nice and detailed map of France with engraved place names, rivers and political borders. Engraved and published by the Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge in London. This antique map shows ancient France. The map is equipped with many small place names, rivers, etc. In good condition consistent with age (published 1831). Colours well preserved. Some light age-toning to the sheet, as expected for an antique engraving of this period. No tears or significant foxing. A condition report is available on request.

S. D. U. K – Ancient France or Gallia Transalpina. By T. Hewett Key M.... · Original Antique Steel Engraving, Hand Coloured · Baldwin & Cradock, Aug. · Londo...