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Old County Map of Buckinghamshire 1611 by John Speed
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Old County Map of Buckinghamshire 1611 by John Speed
A fine reproduction of John Speeds historical map of Buckinghamshire originally published for the " Theatre of the Empire of Great Britain", an atlas to accompany " a history of Great Britain".
At the top corner are town plans of Buckingham and, curiously, Reading. Speed has added a note, explaining that as there was not room for the Reading plan on his map of Berkshire, as it is " one of the most ancient and chiefest" towns in the county, he has added it to the Bucks one. On the bottom corners of the map are engraved arches, containing the coats of arms of the " honourable families" of the area and the Royal Arms. The boundaries of the hundreds, large estates, towns, some villages, hills and rivers and shown. The River Thames forms the southern boundary of the county
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This stunning print showcases the "Old County Map of Buckinghamshire 1611" by John Speed, a renowned cartographer of his time. Originally published for the "Theatre of the Empire of Great Britain" an atlas accompanying a comprehensive history of Great Britain, this reproduction captures the intricate details and historical significance of Speed's map. At first glance, one is drawn to the top corners where town plans of Buckingham and Reading are unexpectedly juxtaposed. Speed himself explains that due to limited space on his map of Berkshire, he included Reading in his depiction of Buckinghamshire as it holds great importance as one of the oldest and most prominent towns in its respective county. The bottom corners feature beautifully engraved arches adorned with coats-of-arms representing honorable families from the area, along with the Royal Arms. These symbols serve as a testament to both local pride and royal authority during that era. Speed's meticulous attention to detail is evident throughout this map. The boundaries demarcating hundreds (administrative divisions), large estates, towns, villages, hills, and rivers are all meticulously depicted. Notably, the River Thames forms a natural southern boundary for Buckinghamshire. This historic map offers viewers a glimpse into 17th-century England while providing valuable insights into local geography and societal structures at that time. A true treasure for history enthusiasts or anyone seeking to explore Buckinghamshire's rich heritage through cartography.
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