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Auction 111, Lot 387
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"Breknoke Both Shyre and Towne described", Speed, John

Subject: Wales

Period: 1610 (dated)

Publication: Theatre of the Empire of Great Britain

Color: Hand Color

Size:
20 x 15.1 inches
50.8 x 38.4 cm
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A very decorative map with the large title cartouches, coats of arms and inset plans that distinguish Speed's county maps. Includes an inset bird's-eye plan of Breknoke with the arms of James Butler, Earle of Breknoke, and three other coats of arms, plus an early battle scene. Imprint of Bassett & Chiswell, published in 1676.

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Condition: B

Old repair on bottom centerfold, else very good.

Estimate: $450 - $500

Sold for: $325

Closed on 6/8/2005

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