Antique City of Exeter Map, English, Framed, Atlas Excerpt - Georgian c.1805

This is an antique City of Exeter Map. An English, framed atlas excerpt by Cole and Roper, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1805. Pleasingly preserved atlas excerpt, showing the Devon city during the Georgian period. It displays a desirable aged patina, with minimal foxing commensurate with age. Presented behind clear, bright glass within a tasteful later frame. Finished with ebonised and gilt tones with mounting wire to the reverse. Superb copperplate Itaglio committed to the contemporary laid paper. Hand coloured, the streets of Exeter and river accentuated in yellow and blue respectively. Reference to the side lists the North, East, South and West administrative wards. Bears the coat of arms and See of Exeter emblems in full colour. Delightful vignette shows the Eastern view of the striking Cathedral Reproduced here for Vernor & Hood of 31 Poultry, London in 1805. Significant for being the publishers of The Beauties of England and Wales series. This publication was a major Georgian period work, across multiple volumes. This is a fascinating antique City of Exeter map, offering a Georgian period insight into the street layout of the city in the early 19th century. Delivered ready to display. We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques. Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.