(England - London) Pigot & Co.s New Map Of The Environs of London. Extending 14 Miles Round St. Pauls In Every Direction, Pigot & Co., 1839 It's 1839, the coronation of Queen Victoria happened just the year prior... as well as the opening of the National Gallery, and this is the mix of urban and rural that was the London area of the time. Details the roads, parks and pastures, as well as railroads and some buildings. Hand color helps clarify the intersection of different counties in the area. This is the backdrop to Charles Dickens life and work. Condition is good, though paper is age toned, and upper left corner is close with minor loss. Image size is approximately 18.5 x 16.75 (inches)
