Plan and Survey of York Race Course
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“No. 2 of a Series of Surveys of The Principal Racecourses in England.” – Text, upper right.
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Description
York was among the first cities in England to organize a structured horse racing program, when the first was held at the Knavesmire course in 1751. This detailed map shows the grounds nearly 75 years later, when public (and aristocratic) interest was beginning to wane. Races were often swampy, as reflected by the lowlands in across the right side. A cricket pitch and exercising grounds for the yeomanry cavalry can be seen within the infield area.
The dedication in the upper right humbly presents the map to the Right Honorable Earl Fitzwilliam (a prominent local patron) by its author, William Kemp. Engraved by Davies and published in London by Sherwood, Jones & Co. around 1825.
Map Details
Publication Date: c. 1825
Author: William Kemp
Sheet Width (in): 10.75
Sheet Height (in): 8.4
Condition: B+
Condition Description: Engraved map with nice hand color on a single-sided sheet, folded vertically twice. A toned strip, about 1" visible on the left side, and some spotting along the upper border. A bit of offsetting from the printed ink, but overall in good condition.
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