In 1612, Michael DRAYTON published the first edition of his "Poly-Olbion" which was a book of verse about the countryside of England and Wales illustrated by antique maps depicting Tracts, Rivers, Mountains and forests in each respective area. The final edition was published in 1622 with later hand colouring. The colouring is later. Margins cropped to plate mark on top and sides as shown. Includes free mounting on request.
Approx 33cm by 25.5cm