Rocque’s Map of Middlesex Dorset Kelpra Studio number 'K7276' stamped

Kelpra Studio number 'K7276' stamped on the verso

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or possibly he hoped that they would not notice that his map was no longer current

Maps in the Atlases of the British Library

The French Departments are carefully delineated and the border between France and Spain is marked

Rocque’s Map of Middlesex Dorset Kelpra Studio number 'K7276' stampedThis map of Middlesex was first published in 1746 to accompany Thomas Reads English Traveller. The the plates were acquired by John Rocque and re issued as The Small British Atlas in various editions from 1753. After Rocque's death the maps made a final appearance, illustrating England Displayed in 1769. Condition & Materials Copper engraving, 16. 5 x 20 cm, modern hand colour, blank verso.