Lot 453
Plan of the Camp at Cox-heath 1779 by Isaac Jehner. London, 1779. 14 x 24 in., framed to 20½ x 30¾ in. A detailed map of the British camp at Coxheath, which was a major army camp in Kent, England during the 18th century. In 1778 and 79, the camp held some 17,000 troops, as well as large numbers of civilians. It was visited in 1778 by King George III and Queen Charlotte. The map is fine; frame has some rust marks. Jehner (1750-1818) was an English mezzotint engraver who introduced the art of silver plating into England; he also executed portraits in crayon, watercolor and oil and painted on silk.
Estimated Value $300 - 400.
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