An exceptionally detailed antique map of the Isle of Wight and Hampshire by Thomas Kitchin (1719-1784), one of the most prolific and respected mapmakers of 18th-century Britain. Kitchin served as Hydrographer to the King and produced maps for the London Magazine, the Universal Magazine, and many other publications.
This 1786 map shows the Isle of Wight and surrounding Hampshire coastline in remarkable detail, with settlements, roads, and natural features clearly marked. Kitchin's work is known for its precision and clarity — this is cartography as both science and art.
Details:
- Cartographer: Thomas Kitchin
- Date: 1786
- Type: Copperplate engraving
- Condition: Very good antique condition with age-appropriate toning
- An important piece for any Isle of Wight or cartographic collection