Saxton, Christopher. Frugiferi ac Ameni Herefordiae Comitatus Delinlatio. London: 1577 The Viviparous Quadrupeds of North America As a reward for the

As a reward for the stunning works he painted for the king's personal collection

They limited publication to 100 lavish copies which were allocated to each of the states

Because they were never exposed to sunlight the colors (especially the greens) are spectacular and have wonderful gradations of color that provide a compelling dimensionality

The Countie of Leinster with The Citie Dublin Described

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Saxton, Christopher. Frugiferi ac Ameni Herefordiae Comitatus Delinlatio. London: 1577 The Viviparous Quadrupeds of North America As a reward for theChristopher Saxton Frugiferi ac Ameni Herefordiae Comitatus Delinlatio [Map of Herefordshire] London: 1577 approx. 16 1 2 x 21 in.