Map Showing Berkshire/ Windsor Castle-John Speed-Early 17th Century

Map Showing Berkshire/ Windsor Castle-John Speed-Early 17th Century
Auction: Fine Art, Decor, Furniture and Rugs | Fine and Decorative Arts Day 1 | December 7, 2023 at 10:00 AM

Map titled "Barkshire Described" by John Speed and "to be sold in the Popes head Alley by I. Sud and Georg Humble Cum Privilegio" circa 1614. Sheet shows map at lower section and view of Windsor Castle at upper portion. Framed sheet measures 16'5" x 21.25" (sight) and is housed in frame presenting reverse painted black matt with frame measuring 23.25" x 27.5". Map exhibits bold hand coloring, a vertical fold at center and some light toning.