9th Dec, 2020 10:00

The Christmas Auction

 
  Lot 240
 

John Speed (17th Century or later) Map of Shropshire

17th century or later map of Shropshire, by John Speed, with armorials, inset map of Shrewsbury and text, glazed both sides, revealing text verso, engraving, later coloured, 'Performed by John Speed and are to be fould (sic) by George Humbell cum privilegio', 38.2cm x 50.5cm (I), frame 55 x 70 cm

Sold for £200


Condition Report

Two 6cm vertical tear repairs just to the left of the right hand legend on the right and a small minor repair in the right margin approximately 15cm from the base. Some foxing, particularly along base. Some staining.


Contemporary frame ok.

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