John Speed (1552-1629). Engraved map. London: 1610 (1676). 17 1/4 x 22 inches. A rare, early printing of John Speed’s renowned map of Ireland. The map is decorated with a panel of costume figures depicting both, civil and “wild Irish people”. This finely engraved and detailed map is most sought after. It is part of a series of works that show the four provinces of Ireland: Connaugh, Leinster, Mounster and Ulster, each of which can be seen on the next page.