Emmanuel Bowen (1714 - 1767) Thomas Bowen (died 1790)

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Emmanuel Bowen and his son Thomas Bowen were a prominent father-son duo of cartographers in 18th century England.

Emmanuel Bowen was born in Wales in 1714 and moved to London in his early twenties. He became an apprentice under the engraver Charles Price and later established his own business as a map engraver and publisher. Bowen quickly gained a reputation for his skill in engraving and his expertise in cartography.

In 1747, Emmanuel Bowen was appointed as Mapmaker to George II, a position that gave him access to the latest geographic information and helped establish his reputation as a leading cartographer. Bowen produced a number of important maps and atlases during his career, including a series of county maps of England and Wales and a world atlas titled "A Complete Atlas, or Distinct View of the Known World," which was published in 1752.

After Emmanuel Bowen's death in 1767, his son Thomas took over the family business. Thomas was also a skilled cartographer and continued to publish maps and atlases under the name of his father's business. Some of the notable works produced by Thomas Bowen include a map of the British colonies in North America and a map of the West Indies.

Emmanuel and Thomas Bowen are known for their accurate and detailed maps, which were highly sought after by collectors and scholars of the time. Their maps are characterized by their attention to detail, clarity, and elegance of design. The Bowen family's maps were used extensively in schools and libraries, and their legacy as prominent cartographers has been recognized for centuries.

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