Antique Celestial Maps

First published in Augsburg in 1603, the Uranometria included celestial maps that were not only highly appealing on a visual level, but also significant in the history of astronomy.

First published in Augsburg in 1603, the Uranometria included celestial maps that were not only highly appealing on a visual level, but also significant in the history of astronomy.

The present example is from the 1661 edition of Cellarius' Harmonia Macrocosmica. The map illustrates the Copernican system of the Universe, as described by Copernicus in his De r...

Title/Content of Map: Terrestrial and celestial globes Date Printed: 1760 Cartographer: Le Rouge, George Size: 11" x 9" Framed: 15.9" X 13.25".

This is a rare set of four of a complete set of six 17th century Gaston Ignace Pardies*** (1636-1673) Celestial Maps. The folios were colored contemporaneously and are in over all ex...

This is a superb example of a dated pocket globe retaining all the original color and varnish to the papers, the inside of the case shows the celestial map. The fish skin case close...

In 1886, at 17-19 rue de Buci, he founded his own publishing house for maps and plans, world maps, globes, terrestrial and celestial spheres, charts and wall maps for educational use.

Collection of three hand-colored astronomical map engravings illustrating celestial spheres in ornate rococo borders by Louis Brion de la Tour (1743-1803) and Louis Charles Desnos (c...

Novissium Astronomiae, Geographiae, Ac Gnomicae Compendium Theoreticum aeque practicu unacu figuris, earu explicatione et uso un unius mappae geographicae philyram Collectum map by...

Original antique map of a celestial hemisphere, with descriptive text in German.

Fine Georgian Celestial globe by J. & W. Cary of London, circa 1800, the mahogany Stand with ring turned urn shaft and standing on slipper feet, with compass on lower tier, the whole...

Pocket Globe Newton London, 1860 circa The globe is contained in a cylindrical box of turned and stained wood. It measures: the globe 3 in (7,6 cm) in diameter; the box 3.54 in...

He became one of the most prolific cartographic publishers on the Continent, and produced a vast array of Fine maps ranging in Scope from double hemispheres to celestial charts.

By the late 19th century, atlases often included celestial charts to complement terrestrial geography, underscoring the era’s ambition to map both the earth and the heavens.

The Franklin Globe. A fine and rare H. B. Nims and Company 12-inch Celestial globe. Manufactured in Troy, New York. With 12 printed and hand tinted gores on a plaster sphe...

PLATE X11 FROM JAMIESONS CELESTIAL ATLAS C 1822 CONTAINING A SYSTEMATIC VIEW OF THE HEAVENS.

1735 terrestrial and celestial globes as well as Armillary Sphere and compass by VAN DER AA. Handcolored. Mint condition. Size includes frame.

Set of four 18th century French celestial map engravings from astrological "Atlas Celeste de John Flamsteed," depicting the constellations "Pegase, Le Petit, Cheval, Le Dauphin," "La...

PLATE XXX111 FROM JAMIESONS CELESTIAL ATLAS C1822,CONTAINING A SYSTEMATIC DISPLAY OF THE HEAVENS.

PLATE V111 FROM JAMIESONS CELESTIAL ATLAS C 1822, CONTAINING A SYSTEMATIC DISPLAY OF THE HEAVENS.

This wonderful astrological map was made for the J. L. Hammett Co. of Boston, Massachusetts and allows you to locate the stars, constellations and the Milky Way. The front reads as f...

PLATE XXV1 FROM JAMIESONS CELESTIAL ATLAS C 1822 CONTAINING A SYSTEMATIC DISPLAY OF THE HEAVENS.

Selection of six hand colored engravings from Johan Bayer's "Uranometria" star atlas, 1641 edition. Guache added later, likely in the early to mid-20th century. Newly framed. Engr...

In 1702, Johann Baptiste Homann founded a family-run business producing maps, globes, and celestial charts out of Nuremberg.

On the top we find the celestial map with all the heavenly bodies, not connected with the movement.

Late 18th century celestial globe on a mahogany tripod stand with brass castors by Nevil Maskelyne DD, FRS. Sold by WS Jones, Holborn London.

The terrestrial and celestial globes retain their original maps dated 1847.

The celestial globe is mapped with constellations elegantly depicted by mythical figures and scientific instruments in the Baroque taste, the zodiac belt within graph-form grid, ...

19th century celestial globe with compass on mahogany base by W & A K Johnston, Edinburgh. This globe has had damage in the past and has been restored prior to us purchasing it, inc...

A superb copy of this sought-after fairy book by Andrew Lang, the first volume in his colourful series. The sought after first edition, first impression. Illustrated with a frontis...

1970s Stunning purple smoking set by Antonio Imperatore in Murano glass. Made in Italy The items are in excellent condition. The table lighter works perfectly, This smoking set is go...

A charming set of four Early 1900s Edwardian reclaimed, leaded hand painted stained glass windows. Features a multicolored geometric glass pattern set around hand painted and fired ...

Andrew Lang's grey collection of fairy tales, a lovely volume of his popular series, complete with H. J. Ford's plates. The first edition, first impression. Illustrated with a fron...

A Russian Neoclassical paper knife or letter opener in the style of a Roman gladius sword. The blade is made of polished nephrite jade stone. Pink guilloche enamel handle with gilt a...

Alpine Blue Painted Wardrobe with Sunflowers Measurements: H. 183 cm - W. 128 (150 to the frames) cm - D. 55 (66 to the frames) cm Period: Late 18th century Origin: Bavarian Alps Wo...

A cozy retreat for furry friends, it showcases a handwoven rattan frame with a dipped front for easy access. The plush cushion, adorned with a delightful stripe, made from outdoor ma...

A rare Christmas ornament set from Germany or Austria. Each is made from mouth blown glass, these would be a great addition for your Christmas or feather tree. Size always given for ...

A rare, collectable, first edition, Salvador Dali art and recipe cookbook, 'Les Diners de Gala', 1971, Paris, France. (Copy/text is in English language.) A great piece to add to a co...

Magnificent historic Tiffany Studios framed window, "Crusader", a Warrior Knight, after the 1460 work by Italian Renaissance painter Andrea Mantegna (1431-1506). Incorporating a harm...

A circa 1950's French crystal ship chandelier with 4 interior lights. Measurements: Height:28" Width:28" Depth:10.5"

Pelican Sculpture in Pink Murano glass with Crystal details, Italy in stock Dimensions: L 34 cm x H 34 cm x D 34 cm ( L 13.3" x H 13.3" x D 1.33") We recently came across the untou...