London Fine Antiques

Description

Our Stock # 24479

This is an antique collegiate map of Cambridge. An English, framed coloured lithograph of cartographic interest by Thomas Moule, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1838.

Thomas Moule (1784 - 1851) was an influential map maker of the Victorian era, with a further interest in heraldry and an active antiquarian. His maps offer an abundance of detail and visual interest, accentuated with coat of arms and engraved local interest in the form of landscapes or architectural study.

Superb street map of Cambridge, highlighting its famous academic colleges
Displays a desirable aged patina within a later, quality frame
Lithography on paper with an appealing colour palette
Reference key lists points of interest within the town
Accentuated with the coat of arms of the prominent colleges and town itself
Further decorated with an etching of Trinity College to the lower right corner
Dressed to the rear with mounting loop for ease of hanging

This is a fascinating antique collegiate map of Cambridge, one of England's most famous university towns. Fine detail and great colour illustrates the town plan brilliantly. Perfect for those with an interest in cartography or links to the town. Delivered ready to display.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 49cm (19.25'')
Max Depth: 2.5cm (1'')
Max Height: 44cm (17.25'')

Map Width: 25.5cm (10'')
Map Height: 20cm (7.75'')

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