The Kip reduction of Saxton's map of Cornwall

SAXTON, Christopher.

Cornwall Olim Pars Danmoniorum.
London: George Latham, 1637. Coloured. 300 x 395mm.

Repaired tear.

A reduced copy of the first printed map of Cornwall, engraved by William Kip for William Camden's 'Britannia', a description of the British Isles. An addition to the design is an inset view of Launceston, dominated by the castle.


Stock ID : 20170