John Speed. Map of Greece. London, 1626. College Views The area between the Nueces

The area between the Nueces and the Rio Grande was described as part of the Province of Nueva Santander – later famous as the Nueces Strip

Thornton intended the work as a pictorial celebration

1677-1716)

particularly when it is considered that they were used as models by the engravers and the colorists

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John Speed. Map of Greece. London, 1626. College Views The area between the NuecesJohn Speed (English, 15521629)Map of GreeceLondon, 1626Engraved map with original hand color[Sheet size: 17 1 4 x 21 1 4 in.] Published in 1626, John Speeds Map of Greece stands as a rare example of the celebrated English cartographers foray beyond the British Isles, offering an early modern vision of the classical world that so captivated Renaissance scholars. Combining geographic information with decorative elements such as city views and classical