Rare Old Map of County Dublin by Samuel Lewis, 1844: Balbriggan, Swords, Malahide, Skerries, Liffey

The Old Map of Dublin by Samuel Lewis, 1844 is a captivating piece that offers a glimpse into the historical landscape of County Dublin, Ireland. This meticulously crafted map showcases the intricate details of the region, allowing you to explore its rich history and immerse yourself in the past.

Featuring the expert cartography of Samuel Lewis, this map presents a unique perspective of County Dublin during the mid-19th century. It offers a fascinating snapshot of the area's main towns, cities, and other interesting features, excluding Dublin itself. Please note that some modern cities may not be depicted on this map, while others may appear under earlier names, adding an exciting element of discovery.

Owning this map provides an opportunity to appreciate the historical significance and beauty of County Dublin. The map's intricate details and elegant design make it a remarkable addition to any collection or a stunning piece of decor for your home or office. Whether you are a history enthusiast, a cartography aficionado, or simply appreciate the allure of vintage maps, this Old Map of Dublin by Samuel Lewis, 1844, is sure to captivate your imagination.

Main Towns, Cities, and Interesting Features:

• Balbriggan: A coastal town with a rich maritime heritage, founded in the 14th century.
• Swords: A historic town known for its medieval castle, established in the 6th century.
• Malahide: Home to the impressive Malahide Castle, dating back to the 12th century.
• Skerries: A picturesque seaside town renowned for its sandy beaches and charming harbor, founded in the 15th century.

• Rush: A coastal village with a long history of fishing and agriculture, established in the 6th century.

• Clontarf: Famous for the Battle of Clontarf in 1014, a significant event in Irish history.

• Howth: A scenic peninsula offering breathtaking views and a rich maritime tradition, dating back to prehistoric times.
• Leixlip: Known for its historic mills and beautiful riverside setting, founded in the 9th century.
• Donabate: A coastal village with stunning beaches and a history stretching back to ancient times.

• Lusk: An ancient settlement with notable medieval architecture and a vibrant community spirit, established in the 5th century.

• Portmarnock: Home to one of Ireland's most renowned golf courses and a stunning sandy beach.

• Sutton: A picturesque residential area with panoramic views of Dublin Bay and the Dublin Mountains.
• Palmerstown: A village with a long history, featuring notable landmarks such as Palmerstown House, dating back to the 17th century.
• Garristown: A charming rural village with a rich agricultural heritage, founded in the 12th century.

• Ballyboughal: Known for its historic castle ruins and scenic countryside, established in the 13th century.

• Donaghmede: A modern suburb with a vibrant community and convenient amenities.

• Baldoyle: A coastal village with a long history of fishing and a tranquil atmosphere.
• Clondalkin: Home to the impressive Clondalkin Castle and a rich Celtic heritage, dating back over a thousand years.
• Saggart: Nestled in the foothills of the Dublin Mountains, offering stunning natural beauty and a sense of tranquility.

• Lucan: A historic village with a strong sense of community and notable landmarks such as Lucan House, dating back to the 18th century.

• Rathcoole: Known for its picturesque village center and proximity to scenic countryside.

• Newcastle: A village with a rich history and charming rural character, dating back to medieval times.
• Ongar: A modern residential area with convenient amenities and a growing community.
• Mulhuddart: A vibrant suburb with a mix of historic sites and modern developments.

• Oldtown: A small village with a peaceful atmosphere and a sense of rural charm.

• Palmerston: Named after the influential Palmerston family, who owned the land in the 18th century.

• Corduff: A close-knit community with a strong sense of identity and a rich history.
• Clonsilla: Known for its historic sites, including the ruins of Clonsilla Castle.
• Blanchardstown: Home to the popular Blanchardstown Shopping Centre and a thriving suburban area.
• Loughshinny: A coastal village with stunning views and a tranquil ambiance.

Notable Boundaries, Rivers, and Natural Phenomena:

• Dublin Bay: A beautiful bay along the Irish Sea, offering stunning views and recreational opportunities.
• River Liffey: The iconic river that flows through Dublin, playing a significant role in the city's history and development.
• Phoenix Park: One of the largest enclosed urban parks in Europe, featuring expansive green spaces and notable landmarks.
• Dublin Mountains: A scenic mountain range on the outskirts of Dublin, offering breathtaking views and outdoor activities.
• Howth Peninsula: A picturesque peninsula with stunning cliffs, scenic walks, and panoramic views of Dublin Bay.

Historical Events between 1800 and 1850:

• Act of Union 1800: The legislative union of Great Britain and Ireland, creating the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland.
• Catholic Emancipation Act 1829: Granting civil rights to Catholics in the United Kingdom, including the right to vote and hold public office.
• Great Famine (1845-1852): A devastating period of mass starvation and disease in Ireland, resulting in significant population decline and emigration.

Please note that this map is a historical representation and does not include modern developments or boundaries.

Please double check the images to make sure that a specific town or place is shown on this map. You can also get in touch and ask us to check the map for you.

This map looks great at all sizes: 12x16in (30.5x41cm), 16x20in (40.5x51cm), 18x24in (45.5x61cm), 24x30in (61x76cm), 32x40in (81.5x102cm) and 40x50in (102x127cm), but it looks even better when printed large.

I can create beautiful, large prints of this map up to 50in (127cm). Please get in touch if you're looking for larger, customised or different framing options.

The model in the listing images is holding the 16x20in (40.5x51cm) version of this map.

The fifth listing image shows an example of my map personalisation service.

Please note the unframed 24x30in (61x76cm) map has white edges around the map. These edges can help you with framing, or if you don’t need them they are very easy to snip off with scissors. All other maps, including the framed maps, look exactly like the listing images.

If you’re looking for something slightly different, check out my main collection of UK and Ireland maps.

Please contact me to check if a certain location, landmark or feature is shown on this map.

This would make a wonderful birthday, Christmas, Father's Day, work leaving, anniversary or housewarming gift for someone from the areas covered by this map.

This map is available as a giclée print on acid free archival matte paper, or you can buy it framed. The frame is a nice, simple black frame that suits most aesthetics. Please get in touch if you'd like a different frame colour or material. My frames are glazed with super-clear museum-grade acrylic (perspex/acrylite), which is significantly less reflective than glass, safer, and will always arrive in perfect condition.

For most orders, delivery time is about 3 working days. Personalised and custom made maps take longer, as I have to do the personalisation and send it to you for approval, which usually takes a day or two.

Please note that for larger framed orders (over 40in/100cm), and some other framed sizes, the delivery time will be closer to 7-10 days.

If you need your order to arrive by a certain date, please contact me before you order so that we can find the best way of making sure you get your order in time.

I print and frame maps in 22 countries around the world. This means your map will be made locally, which cuts down on delivery time and reduces the chance of your map being damaged during delivery. There won't be any extra taxes or duties to pay, and we'll put less CO2 into the air.

All of my maps are well packaged and sent in a rugged tube if unframed, or surrounded by foam if framed.

I try to send out all maps within 1 or 2 days of receiving your order, though some products (like face masks or mugs) can take longer to make.

If you select Express Delivery at checkout your order we will prioritise your order and send it out by 1-day courier (Fedex, DHL, UPS, Parcelforce).

We can sometimes do next-day delivery if you order before 10am. But usually it's best to contact me first before you order.

Read my full delivery and local production guide

My standard frame is a gallery style black ash hardwood frame. It is simple and quite modern looking. My standard frame is around 20mm (0.8in) wide.

I use super-clear acrylic (perspex/acrylite) for the frame glass. It's lighter and safer than glass - and it looks better, as the reflectivity is lower.

Six standard frame colours are available for free (black, dark brown, dark grey, oak, white and antique gold). Custom framing and mounting/matting is available if you're looking for something else.

Most maps are also available as a framed canvas. The map is printed on matte (not shiny) canvas, stretched over a box frame, and then 'floated' within a simple wood frame. The end result is quite beautiful, and there's no glazing in front of your map.

All frames are provided "ready to hang", with either a string or brackets on the back. Very large frames will have heavy duty hanging plates and/or a mounting baton. If you have any questions, please get in touch.

See some examples of my framed maps and framed canvas maps.

Alternatively, I can also supply old maps on canvas, foam board, cotton rag and other materials.

If you want to frame your map yourself, please read my map size guide first.

My maps are extremely high quality reproductions of original maps.

I source original, rare maps from libraries, auction houses and private collections around the world, restore them at my London workshop, and then use specialist giclée inks and printers to create beautiful maps that look even better than the original.

My maps are printed on acid-free archival matte (not glossy) paper that feels very high quality and almost like card. In technical terms the paper weight/thickness is 10mil/200gsm. It's perfect for framing.

I print with Epson ultrachrome giclée UV fade resistant pigment inks - some of the best inks you can find.

I can also make maps on canvas, cotton rag and other exotic materials.

Learn more about The Unique Maps Co.

Map personalisation

If you're looking for the perfect anniversary or housewarming gift, I can personalise your map to make it truly unique. For example, I can add a short message, or highlight an important location, or add your family's coat of arms.

The options are almost infinite. Please see my map personalisation page for some wonderful examples of what's possible.

To order a personalised map, select "personalise your map" before adding it to your basket.

Get in touch if you're looking for more complex customisations and personalisations.

Map ageing

I have been asked hundreds of times over the years by customers if they could buy a map that looks even older.

Well, now you can, by selecting Aged before you add a map to your basket.

All the product photos you see on this page show the map in its Original form. This is what the map looks like today.

If you select Aged, I will age your map by hand, using a special and unique process developed through years of studying old maps, talking to researchers to understand the chemistry of aging paper, and of course... lots of practice!

If you're unsure, stick to the Original colour of the map. If you want something a bit darker and older looking, go for Aged.

See some amazing examples of Aged maps.

If you are not happy with your unique map for any reason, contact me for a no-quibble refund.

I am very confident you will like your old map. I have been doing this since 1984. I'm a 5-star Etsy seller. I have sold tens of thousands of maps and have over 4,000 real 5-star reviews.

I use a unique process to restore my maps that is massively time consuming and labour intensive. Hunting down the original maps can take months. I use state of the art and eye-wateringly expensive technology to scan and restore the maps. As a result, I guarantee my maps are a cut above the rest - that's why I can offer a no-quibble refund.

Almost all of my maps look amazing at large sizes (200cm, 6.5ft+) and I can frame and deliver them to you as well, via special oversized courier. Contact me to discuss your specific needs.