England U.K. Essex county 1759 Bowen scarce decorative periodical map hc

The County of Essex Divided into its Hundreds containing the Boro and Market Towns..

Issued 1759, London by Eman. Bowen for Gentleman’s magazine.

Scarce mid-18th century engraved periodical map with attractive hand color.

Entire bottom blank margin extended from neat line with old paper.

Remains a nice looking example with a pleasing age patina. Any age flaws mostly minor and easy to overlook or forgive.

Original fold line as issued.

Sheet Measures c.8 1/8" H x 8 3/8" W.

Engraved Area Measures c. 6 7/8" H x 7 5/8" W.

Cartographic Reference(s):

Tooley's Dictionary of Mapmakers, vol. #2.

B15498