18th Century Map Engraving - Newport a Strong Sea-Port Town in Flanders

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Description

A map of Nieuwpoort, anglicised to 'Newport', in northern Belgium. There is a panorama in the upper quarter depicting major landmarks. Below is a plan of the town, including its strong defences and ships at the port in the lower register. Inscribed with the title in plate to the lower edge, 'Newport a Strong Sea-Port Town in Flanders, restored to the Empire by the Treaty of Utrecht'. Engraved for 'Mr Tindal's Continuation of Mr Rapin's 'History of England'' with maps by Richard William Seale and John Basire and first published in 1727. This was a continuation of 'L'Histoire d'Angleterre' by Paul de Rapin-Thoyras (1661-1725) which was printed at the Hague in 1724. On laid.

Condition

There are several small closed tears around the edges. There is a larger closed tear to the upper-right edge measuring 4.5cm. There is a centrefold crease and some mild foxing and discolouration around the edges. There is a water stain to the upper-right corner.

Size

34.8 x 45.4cm (13.7" x 17.9")
Sheet: 41.2 x 53.2cm (16.2" x 20.9")
Plate: 39 x 49cm (15.4" x 19.3")

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SKU ra836
Date 18th Century
Dimensions 34.8 x 45.4cm
Medium Engraving
Subject Maps
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