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Map
A New Map of the World
Engraver ?
L. A. Clark
Artist
John Thornton
(1641-1708)
Inscriptionscartouche : A New MAPP of the / WORLD / According to Mr. Edward Wright / Commonly called / Mercator's Projection, / By John Thornton at the signe of / England Scotland & Oreland in the / Minories London.
Date
1685
Medium / Technique
Ink on paper
Intaglio
Intaglio
DimensionsHeight: 50.5 cm (19 7/8 in.)
Image width: 67.3 cm (26 1/2 in.)
Width: 72.1 cm (28 3/8 in.)
Image height: 42.8 cm (16 7/8 in.)
ClassificationTools & Equipment for Science & Technology - Surveying & Navigational T&E - Navigational Equipment
Origin
London, Greater London, England, Europe
Object Number1979.183
DivisionArchives - Maps and Plans
CollectionStewart
Status
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