William Maitland (1693–1757) – Aldersgate ward with its divisions into precincts and parishes – Original antique copper engraved map Engraved by B. Cole Published by William Maitland for his survey of 1755 Map size: 38 x 24cm

William Maitland (1693–1757) was a Scottish merchant, who became famous as an historian and topographer.

Maitland travelled as merchant in northern Europe before settling for a time in London, where in 1739 he composed his most famous work “The History of London, from its Foundation by the Romans to the present time…”.

A second edition was published 1755,

In 1775 John Entick published another edition, enlarged and continued to 1772

Original antique copper engraved map

Engraved by B. Cole

Published by William Maitland for his survey of 1755

Map size: 38 x 24cm