London, Published by J. Cross 18 Holborn Hill, Opposite Furnivals Inn, [1841]
A great map of London at the very beginning of Victoria's reign - elegantly engraved with fine original hand-colour. It shows the boundaries of The City of London, Southwark and Westminster. The upper right corner has a table listing all the London parishes, these correspond to coloured Roman numerals on the plan.
Originally published in 1828, Cross's popular plan of London ran to numerous editions - the last published in 1864.
Large engraved plan, dissected and mount on linen, as issued. Dimensions: 657 by 1150 mm (25¾ by 45¼ inches).
Howgego 317.
Originally published in 1828, Cross's popular plan of London ran to numerous editions - the last published in 1864.
Large engraved plan, dissected and mount on linen, as issued. Dimensions: 657 by 1150 mm (25¾ by 45¼ inches).
Howgego 317.
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