Copperplate

S. Leigh : 2 items
S. Hall S. Leigh    Leigh's New Atlas of England and Wales 1820-31
£15
7 x 12cm


This entry into the popular market for miniature atlases and road books was first published by Samuel Leigh in 1820 under the title Leigh's New Pocket Atlas of England and Wales. The maps were engraved by Sidney Hall. There were several later editions up to 1843, under slightly changed titles and imprints (which changed to M.A. Leigh some time in 1831). This example dates from between 1820 and 1831.
Ref: SHR 007
 
S. Hall S. King S. Leigh    Leigh's New Pocket Atlas of England and Wales 1820-1831
£18
7 x 12.5cm


This entry into the popular market for miniature atlases and road books was first published by Samuel Leigh in 1820 under the title Leigh's New Pocket Atlas of England and Wales. The maps were engraved by Sidney Hall. There were several later editions up to 1843, under slightly changed titles and imprints. Leigh's address at 18 Strand in the imprint dates this example to 1820-31.
Ref: HUN 028