Stratford-Upon-Avon

Visual celebration of the birthplace of Shakespeare

This is one of several pictorial maps created by artist Kerry Lee in the years immediately following World War II. Each emphasizes a city’s historical identity, leveraging the past as a way to look to the future.

This particular example shows Stratford-Upon-Avon, and it’s no surprise to see the strong association with it’s most famous resident – William Shakespeare. A portrait of the Immortal Bard looks down upon the city from the top of the image, with the rest of the border comprised of scenes from his most famous plays.

Within the map’s image are noted numerous locations, both old and new, that relate to the life of the Bard of Avon. His birthplace, burial grounds, and the modern Royal Shakespeare Theater are just a few examples. Prominent figures from his past also make an appearance, telling much of the playwright’s personal history (through the pen of Kerry Lee). Published in London by Pictorial Maps Ltd. with printing done by Passamore & Sons Ltd.