Antique Map of London (1886) — G.W. Colton, The Environs of London, New York Edition

A detailed Victorian-era map of London and its surroundings, published in 1886 by G.W. & C.B. Colton & Co. of New York. Drawn for Colton’s General Atlas of the World, this black-and-white engraving portrays Greater London at the height of the 19th century, when the city stood as the beating heart of the British Empire.

Extending far beyond the Thames’ historic core, the map reveals the rapid suburban expansion of the late 1800s, with railways, roads, and bridges connecting districts like Greenwich, Chelsea, Hampstead, and Kensington to the growing metropolis. The engraving’s precision captures both London’s intricate urban fabric and the countryside still visible on its edges, illustrating the moment before the city became a continuous sprawl.

Unlike Colton’s colorful atlas plates, this edition was printed in striking monochrome, emphasizing clarity and topographical accuracy. Distances radiating from the General Post Office replace the Prime Meridian as the central reference, a distinctly practical innovation reflecting London’s dominance in communications and commerce.

A refined and historically resonant piece of cartography, ideal for collectors of Victorian London, urban history, and American-published European maps.

Product features
- Museum grade paper ensures long-lasting quality without yellowing.
- Vivid pigment inks for bright and intense color.
- Easy to hang using double-sided tape, tacks, or frames.
- Available in multiple sizes for versatile decor options.

Care instructions
- If the poster does gather any dust, you may wipe it off gently with a clean, dry cloth.

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Warnings, Hazard: For adults, Made in China

Care instructions: If the poster does gather any dust, you may wipe it off gently with a clean, dry cloth.