Antique Map of Boston, with Harbor and Environs Inset, Rand McNally, 1899
By Rand McNally & Co.
Located in Langweer, NL
Published by Rand McNally in 1899, this antique map of Boston spreads the city across the full harbour on pages 42 and 43 of the indexed atlas, with two insets: the environs of Bosto...
Paper
1854 Map of Massachusetts, Connecticut and Rhode Island, Antique Wall Map
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
The impression features an inset map of Boston at upper right, and a Map of the Eastern States and New York at bottom.
Paper
Antique Vermont Map Wall Art – Railroads, Mountains & Towns, Rand McNally, 1888
Located in Langweer, NL
Extra: Map of Boston on the reverse. Published by Rand, McNally & Co., the map features clear county boundaries, dense place-name labeling, and delicately engraved relief that ...
Paper
Map of the Southeastern USA and Atlantic States – Vintage 1903 Geography
Located in Langweer, NL
It offers an intricately detailed representation of the southeastern region of the United States, including the Gulf of Mexico, the southern Atlantic coast, and the states of Georgia...
Paper
1870 "Johnson's Massachusetts, Connecticut and Rhode Island" Antique Map
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
At top right is an inset map of “Vicinity of Boston.” The publishing company of A.J.
Paper
1842 Wall Map of the United States by J. H. Young, Published by S. A. Mitchell
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Elaborately detailed, the hanging wall map includes a large inset "Map of North America, including all the recent geographical discoveries'' at bottom right, as well as seven city ma...
Paper
"The United States from the Latest Authorities" Antique Wall Map, 1835
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
The map is bordered with vignettes of Boston, New York, Philadelphia, Hartford, Cincinnati, and Baltimore.
Paper
1891 Map of South Shore of Boston
Located in Norwell, MA
Original 1891 map showing Cohasset, Scituate, Marshfield, Duxbury, Kingston, Norwell, Hanover, Hingham, Hull, Holbrook, Weymouth, Hanson, Pembroke, etc. Framed with glass. Circa 1891.
Paper
Original Map of Boston
Located in Norwell, MA
Map of Boston and it's surrounding by Walker Lithographs and Publications, circa 1900.
Wood, Paint
Map of Boston and Surrounding Towns
Located in Norwell, MA
Later copy of a nineteenth century map of Boston and surrounding towns. Showing parts of Quincy, Milton, Hyde Park, Winthrop and Revere.
Paper
c. 1850 Print of Map of Boston With Its Environs, 1775-76
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1850 hand-colored print of the famous Map of Boston With Its Environs in 1775-1776. Notice the shoals under water, locations of encampments, etc.
Paint, Paper
Original 1913 Chart of Boston Harbor
Located in Norwell, MA
Boston harbor chart by George Eldridge of Vineyard Haven and Boston. Detailed chart of Boston Harbor from the Neponset River in Quincy the south down to Kimballs Island in Cohasset. ...
Paper
Sold
H 31.24 in W 35.5 in D 4 in
1847 Guide Map of the U.S., from Phelps's Travellers Guide, Antique Map
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Other larger inset maps of Philadelphia, Boston and Baltimore, with smaller maps of Pittsburgh, Cincinnati, Chicago and St.
Paper
1844 "Plan of the City of Boston" by George W. Boynton
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
This striking plan of the Cradle of Liberty features excellent detail around the Boston Harbor. A key in the top right corner identifies 21 places of interest, including city hall, F...
1828 "Map of the United States" by T. Ensign
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
It also features a very prominent engraved portrait of George Washington, with inset views and maps of the Capitol, Washington, DC, Boston and a small map of North America.
Paper
Antique Map of Boston and Vicinity by Johnson '1872'
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Johnson's Boston and vicinity'. Original map showing Boston and vicinity.
Paper
Large Original Antique City Plan of Boston, USA. 1894
By Rand McNally & Co.
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Fabulous colorful map of Boston Original color By Rand, McNally & Co.
Paper
Massachusetts. USA Century Atlas state antique vintage map
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
'The Century Atlas. Massachusetts' Inset map of 'Boston and Vicinity'. Original antique map, 1903.
Lithograph
Sold
H 14.18 in W 20.67 in D 0.01 in
Massachusetts Antique Map c.1888 – The Bay State, Railroads & Boston Inset
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique Map of Massachusetts with Boston Inset – Rand McNally, circa 1888 This antique map of Massachusetts was published by Rand, McNally & Co. around 1888.
Paper
Sold
H 17.92 in W 26.58 in D 0.02 in
Antique Map of Massachusetts, Connecticut and Rhode Island by Johnson, 1872
Located in Langweer, NL
Original map of Massachusetts, Connecticut and Rhode Island, with an inset map of the vicinity of Boston.
Paper
1842 Map of Boston
Located in Essex, MA
An 1842 Map of Boston, Massachusetts and surrounding communities, published by the Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge, London, with watercolor highlights in green and red,...
Small Map of the United States, circa 1870
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Amérique septe. Physique'. Small map of the United States. lithographed by C. Callewaert brothers in Brussels circa 1870.
Paper
$950
H 16.5 in W 20.13 in D 1 in
Hand-Colored French Map, Carte des Etats Unis, Par Bonne, Late 18th Century
By Rigobert Bonne
Located in Chappaqua, NY
Hand-colored French map, Carte de la Partie Nord, des Etats Unis, de l'Amérique Septentrionale, late 18th century. A French map of New England published at the end of the Revolutiona...
Paper
$512Sale Price|20% Off
H 16.34 in W 22.25 in D 0.01 in
Antique Map of the Northeastern United States and Canada by Tardieu, 1802
Located in Langweer, NL
This antique map titled "Carte de la Partie Septentrionale des Etats Unis," created by Pierre Antoine Tardieu, depicts the northeastern part of the United States and parts of Canada....
Paper
$745
H 22.84 in W 34.45 in D 0.02 in
Antique Map Showing the Locations of Native American Tribes in 1899
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Map showing the Indian Reservations within the Limits of the United States'. Large folding map of the United States showing the Indian Reservations. The present m...
Paper
Antique Map of Washington, D.C., The Nation's Capital, Rand McNally, 1899
By Rand McNally & Co.
Located in Langweer, NL
Rand McNally mapped the capital in full for this antique map of Washington, District of Columbia, a double-page plan on pages 102 and 103 of its 1899 indexed atlas, with the four qua...
Paper
Antique Map of The United States of North America, 1882
Located in Langweer, NL
This is a historical map titled "The United States of North America, Central Part" from the 1882 Blackie Atlas. It depicts the continental United States with a high level of detail, ...
Paper
$1,850
H 17.13 in W 23 in D 1.5 in
1807 "A Map of the Country..." by Samuel Lewis, Revolutionary War Map
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Presented is “A Map of the Country from Rariton River in East Jersey to Elk Head in Maryland, Shewing the several Operations of the American and British Armies, in 1776 & 1777.” The...
Paper
Framed 1839 Hand Colored Map of the United States
Located in Stamford, CT
Framed hand colored map of the United States of America from 1839. Newly framed in a giltwood frame.
Giltwood, Paper, Glass
Antique Map of the United States of North America, c.1882
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'United States of North America'. Old map of the United States of North America. This map originates from 'The Royal Atlas of Modern Geography, Exhibiting, in a Se...
Paper
$228Sale Price|20% Off
H 19.49 in W 24.41 in D 0.02 in
Antique Map of the United States 'North West' by Johnston, '1909'
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'United States of North America'. Original antique map of the United States of North America ( North West ). This map originates from the ‘Royal Atlas of Modern Ge...
Paper
$4,500
H 44.5 in W 33 in D 1.5 in
1864 Map of North America, Antique Hand-Colored Map, by Adolphe Hippolyte Dufour
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Offered is a map of North America entitled Amerique du Nord from 1864. This rare, separately published wall map was produced by Adolphe Hippolyte Dufour. This map includes vibrant an...
Paper
$357Sale Price|20% Off
H 26.58 in W 18.12 in D 0.02 in
Large Antique Map of New England with decorative Vignettes
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Johnson's New England'. Large map of New England, comprising the states Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont. Complimented ...
Paper
1891 Map of Norfolk County Massachusetts
Located in Norwell, MA
1891 map of Norfolk county Massachusetts including the towns of Wrentham, Franklin, Medfield, Sherborn, Norwood etc., measures: 23 x 31.
Maine. USA Century Atlas state antique vintage map
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
'The Century Atlas. Maine' Original antique map, 1903. Central fold as issued. Map name and number printed on the reverse corners. Sheet 40cm by 29.5cm.
Lithograph
$128Sale Price|20% Off
H 9.06 in W 12.21 in D 0.02 in
Antique Map of the Southern United States with Inset Map of New Orleans
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Die Staaten von Arkansas Mississippi, Louisiana & Alabama'. Detailed map of the region, which includes the Florida Panhandle. Shows many roads, rivers, forts, etc...
Paper
$49
H 11.5 in W 16.25 in D 0.07 in
Original Antique Map of the American State of Connecticut & Rhode Island, 1903
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Antique map of Connecticut and Rhode Island Published By A & C Black. 1903 Original colour Good condition Unframed. Free shipping
Paper
$10,800
H 30 in W 98.5 in D 32 in
19th Century French Oak Farmhouse Dining Table, Trestle Base, Antique
Located in Astoria, NY
A substantial 19th century French farmhouse dining table crafted from solid oak and featuring an impressive single slab top with beautifully developed patina. The top measures nearly...
Oak
19th century Alpine region hand painted marriage chest
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th Century Alpine region hand painted marriage chest circa 1890. Here we have a marriage chest which is likely to be from Switzerland. Using a much earlier pine chest this piece ...
Pine, Paint
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Executive Desk
By Jens Risom
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut Executive Desk This desk measures: 81.5 wide x 36 deep x 27.75 high, with a chair clearance of 23.75 inches Good Vintage Condition - Desk has Stain We...
Walnut
Early 19th century hand painted Swedish marriage chest
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 19th century hand painted Swedish marriage chest circa 1807. During our travels around Scandinavia we come across numerous folk art and rustic coffers of this era, but this is...
Pine, Paint
Antique Nantucket Ship's Wheel Dining Table
By Nancy Chase
Located in Nantucket, MA
Antique ship's wheel dining table from Nantucket Island, made by the renowned Scrimshaw artist Nancy Chase (1931-2016). Nancy bought this Late 19th Century Ship's Wheel from an antiq...
Glass, Wood
$580 / item
H 19.69 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
"Antelmo" Contemporary Side Table I, Handmade Mexican Design
By Ad Hoc
Located in Metepec, MX
This set of coffee tables are part of a collection worked hand-by-hand with Mexican artisan Antelmo. Antelmo was born and raised in a small town in central Mexico named Santa Marí...
Brass, Copper, Stainless Steel
$3,252 / set
H 39.38 in W 18.51 in D 20.87 in
Levely Set Of Eight Victorian Jacobean Oak Dining Chairs
Located in Crawley, GB
We delight to offer for sale this amazing set of eight Jacobean style oak dining chairs with carved acanthus leaf top rails, tan leather upholstery to the backs and overstuffed seat...
Leather, Oak
Early 19th century Swedish hand painted cupboard
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 19th century Swedish hand painted cupboard circa 1804. Beautiful example of Swedish hand painted furniture using the kurbit method of applying paint. BASE brown colour with m...
Pine, Paint
1950's Exceptional Large Workshop Inspection Table
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950's Exceptional Large Workshop Inspection Table. Sourced in France this is a sturdy inspection table from a textile factory, reinforced to take the weight of heavy bolts of fabric...
Pine
$7,046Sale Price|20% Off
H 27.96 in W 58.67 in D 23.23 in
Antique late 17th century English honey color chest or trunk with rich carvings
Located in Casteren, NL
This antique oak chest, dating from the early 17th century, is a remarkable example of early European craftsmanship, combining strength with refined decorative detail. Made entirely ...
Oak
$675
H 24 in W 30.75 in D 18 in
George Nelson - Omni System - Shelving or Wall Unit Walnut Cabinet Only - Parts
By George Nelson
Located in St. Louis, MO
Mid-Century Modern 1960s George Nelson designed for Omni Systems, this is part for a wall unit, a four drawer cabinet with files in oiled walnut, no hardware. I need to confirm the d...
Walnut
Contemporary Lion Sculpture on Black Base - Egypt-Inspired
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This Lion sculpture is a decorative object in sandstone inspired by ancient Egyptian forms. It echoes the proportions of an original Egyptian model - classical and sculptural décor...
Granite, Sandstone, Iron
$8,199Sale Price|20% Off
H 14.97 in W 18.9 in
The Galloping Racehorse, John Frederick Herring Sr (1795-1865)
By John Frederick Herring Sr.
Located in GB
"The Galloping Racehorse" by John Frederick Herring Sr. is a stunning oil painting on canvas that vividly captures the dynamic motion and energy of a racehorse in full gallop. In thi...
Canvas, Oil
$7,680
H 70.87 in W 59.06 in D 78.75 in
Spanish Carved Wood Queen Size Bed with Turned Spindles and Ornate Crest
Located in Miami, FL
This impressive antique Spanish bed is crafted from solid wood and distinguished by its highly decorative architectural design and substantial proportions. The headboard and footboar...
Walnut
The Pharaoh's Horses
By John Frederick Herring Sr.
Located in Stoke, Hampshire
John Frederick Herring Snr (Surrey 1795-1863 Kent) & Studio The Pharaoh's Horses Oil on canvas Painting Size - 32 x 32 in Framed Size - 39 x 39 in Provenance Frost & Reed, ...
Oil
Natural Organic Root Sculpture
Located in Kastrup, DK
Natural organic molave root sculpture from the Philippines. In Asia they have always shown a fascinating for nature's unpredictable organic forms and of Mother Nature’s natural sculp...
Wood
Antique and vintage collectibles and curiosities can bring whimsy and wonder to any interior.
Decorating with old scientific instruments, historical memorabilia and vintage musical instruments, as well as other authentic collectibles and curiosities that can be found on 1stDibs, presents an opportunity to create a unique, natural history museum-like atmosphere in your home that can provoke conversation as often as it pays tribute to how far we’ve come in understanding our world.
And bringing collectibles and curiosities into your space is actually on trend — Wunderkammern, or curiosity cabinets, were all the rage in Europe during the 1500s and continued to have adherents there and in the U.S. in the following centuries. Today, however, they’re experiencing a real surge in popularity and influencing how many interior designers are furnishing and decorating homes — combining contemporary with antique, scientific with tribal, earthly with extraterrestrial, Les Lalanne tables with Flemish tapestries.
The original Wunderkammern were entire rooms filled with objects demonstrating their owners’ worldly knowledge: A proper one included artificiala or preciosa (objets d’art); naturalia (such as skeletons, shells, minerals); exotica (taxidermy or dried plants); and scientifica (scientific instruments), frequently alongside religious relics and ancient artifacts.
Pay tribute to a history of rich and diverse musical traditions that have taken shape all over the world by decorating your home with a collection of antique and vintage musical instruments — with a little help from strong hanging wire or some wall hooks, vintage brass instruments such as a gong, French horn or trumpet can help elevate a home office or complement the efforts you’ve made to ensure a welcoming vibe in your home’s entryway. Bells or antique wind instruments can add provocative metallic contrasts to dark woods as tabletop decorative objects.
Create an intriguing focal point with Georgian scientific instruments, such as stick barometers with mahogany cases or lacquered brass telescopes. These items stem from an era named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who ruled England in succession starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign, which lasted until 1837). Just as there was beautiful jewelry produced during the period that today is coveted by collectors, there is much to be found in the collectibles and curiosities realm too.
Wanderlust, nostalgia and a shared love of good design are contributing factors to certain trends in decorating — just as vintage trunks and luggage have reappeared as furniture or home accents in a bedroom or foyer, decorating with globes, maps or nautical objects is similarly rooted in the allure of travel and a penchant for the stylish finishing touch that collectibles bring to our homes.
Find a wide range of antique and vintage collectibles and curiosities on 1stDibs.
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