Home > Europe > United Kingdom > England > London > Museums > Kingston Museum
Plan of Kingston, 1750 (engraving)
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Fine Art Finder
Plan of Kingston, 1750 (engraving)
7339493 Plan of Kingston, 1750 (engraving) by Hay, Michael (18th century); 33x40 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Michael Hay
Plan of Kingston, to his excellency Edward Trelawny esquire... This plan of Kingston is humbly dedicated...
Scale: circa 1:4, 500 (bar), an ungraduated plan with scale in feet showing Jamaica, vignettes of the principal houses, ships and boats in the harbour with a text panel about street and plot dimensions.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Media ID 38339614
© © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London / Bridgeman Images
Central America Jamaica Jamaica Jamaican Jamaican Jamaicans Kingston
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Animals
> Insects
> Hemiptera
> Black Scale
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Boroughs
> Greenwich
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Museums
> Greenwich Heritage Centre
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Museums
> Kingston Museum
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Museums
> National Maritime Museum
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Towns
> Greenwich
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> Heritage Sites
> Maritime Greenwich
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> Maps
> Fine Art Finder
> Artists
> Antoine François Sorrel des Rivieres
> Maps and Charts
> Early Maps
EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning engraving from 1750 showcases the intricate Plan of Kingston, dedicated to his excellency Edward Trelawny. The detailed map, created by Michael Hay, provides a glimpse into the layout of Kingston in the 18th century.
The scale of circa 1:4,500 allows viewers to explore Jamaica's capital city with its vignettes of principal houses and bustling harbor filled with ships and boats. The ungraduated plan includes a scale in feet, as well as a text panel detailing street and plot dimensions.
As you study this historical piece of cartography, you can imagine what life was like in Kingston during this time period. The black-and-white engraving captures the essence of early 18th-century Jamaica, offering a unique perspective on the development and architecture of the city.
Whether you have a personal connection to Jamaica or simply appreciate fine art and history, this print is sure to spark curiosity and admiration for the craftsmanship that went into creating such a detailed map. Display it proudly in your home or office to add a touch of elegance and intrigue to your decor.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
