Saxton's Map of Caernarvonshire and Anglesey, 1578
Framed antique map reproduction / print on paper • After Christopher Saxton (cartographer); printed by Tylor Limited, 1969
Style & Movement
Cartographic facsimile / Elizabethan cartography style
Medium & Technique
Offset lithographic print or facsimile reproduction utilizing multi-color printing on heavy wove paper
Creation Period
Late 20th century facsimile (reproducing the original 1578 map)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 24 x 28 inches framed, landscape format
Subject Description
Historical map depicting the Welsh counties of Caernarvonshire and Anglesey, featuring decorative cartouches, heraldic coats of arms, sea monsters, and sailing ships in the surrounding waters
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good. The paper shows minor light toning and marginal yellowing, but the image area remains crisp and clear under glass in a standard dark wood frame.
Estimated Market Value
30 USD - 80 USD
Auction Estimate
20 USD - 50 USD
Provenance History
Published by Tylor Limited in 1969 under license or in collaboration with the British Museum (noted as 'British Museum Maps C.7.cc.'), subsequently acquired for home or institutional decor
Art Historical Significance
Christopher Saxton is celebrated as the father of English cartography. This 20th-century facsimile preserves and popularizes his groundbreaking 1578 regional maps of Wales and England, originally commissioned by Elizabeth I.
Notable Features
Includes clear margin typography indicating 'British Museum Maps C.7.cc.', 'SAXTON'S MAP OF CAERNARVONSHIRE AND ANGLESEY, 1578', and 'Printed by Tylor Limited, 1969' with an SBN number.
Condition Issues
Faint toning across the paper ground, possible mild acidity from older framing materials, and minor dust accumulation on the interior glass.
Conservation Recommendations
Display away from direct sunlight to prevent further fading. If re-framing, use acid-free backing boards and UV-filtering glazing to protect the paper.