Uncoloured large scale county map of Kent on two joined sheets of paper by Philip Symonson from Thomas Philipott’s book on the county entitled “Villare Cantianum or Kent Surveyed and Illustrated” published in 1659. The map, which was engraved by Charles Whitwell and first published 1596, is certainly one of the finest maps of Kent and is thought to be the first large scale map of any county in England. The plate was acquired in the mid-17th century by Peter Stent and was re-engraved to include views of Dover Castle and Rye by Wenceslaus Hollar along with a change showing Stent as the publisher and dated 1659. Philipott’s original first edition book, which has been rebound in half-calf, is also included with the map. Blank verso. Folds have been professionally repaired and the map has been backed with lens paper; otherwise a lovely example in very good condition. 53 cm x 78 cm