Description: READING by Robert Kearsley Dawson Published 1832An original 19th century antique street plan of the town of Reading,Berkshire England. Drawn up by Lieutenant R.K. Dawson of the Royal Engineers and published by the Boundaries Commission in 1832.The whole country was surveyed for the commission to support the 1832 reform bill - a major shake-up of the nation's parliamentary representation.The map is on a scale of 4 inches to the mile affording great detail including individual buildings. It's interesting to compare the 19th century map with the much expanded Reading of the present day.Enhanced with original hand colouring and a colour key to the various boundaries and wards.Fine condition other than some light age toning, free of repairs or restoration.Fold line as issued, blank verso.Approx. 12" x11" (300mm x 280mm) overall (as depicted). A GENUINE ORIGINAL ANTIQUE MAP GUARANTEED OVER 180 YEARS OLD FROM LINDISFARNE PRINTSNM C 11 22We do not deal in reproductions, facsimiles or modern copies of any kind. FREE UK SHIPPING.INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING Two items are combined and three items sent by standard shipping free of charge world-wide.
Price: 38 GBP
Location: Shropshire, England.
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Date Range: 1800-1899
Type: City Map
Printing Technique: Lithography
Format: Sheet Map
Year: 1832
Era: 1800s
Cartographer/Publisher: Dawson
Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
City: Reading
Country/Region: England
County: Berkshire
