Framing Antique Maps

Minor pigment bleed-through in the green areas, as often seen in early hand-colored maps. Framing tips: Float-mount with a soft ivory or light warm-grey mat to complement the aged p...

Minimal edge wear and light creasing in the margins, but the printed area remains clean and crisp. Framing suggestion: A dark wood or mahogany frame with a soft ivory mat would enha...

Plate mark is strong. This map has been framed before, hence the difference in the border color outside the image.

Latin text on verso. Framing tips: A double map of this type is best presented in a large, dark wood frame with generous ivory or sand-toned matting.

Margins intact with a strong and crisp impression. Framing tips: This map works exceptionally well in a dark walnut or ebonized frame with a wide ivory or off-white mat to emphasize...

Strong paper with crisp engraved detail. Framing tips: A walnut or dark oak frame will emphasize the map’s antique aesthetic.

Some text from verso is faintly visible due to thin paper, typical for woodcut prints of this period. Framing tips: This map would display beautifully in a black or dark walnut fram...

Slight wear to lower left corner not affecting the image. Framing tips: This map would look excellent in a simple black or dark walnut frame with a light cream archival mat.

The paper is robust and well-preserved. Framing Tips: To emphasize the map’s historic elegance, choose a dark wooden or gilded frame with a cream or light beige mat.

The engraved lines remain crisp, and the original hand-coloring, particularly along the coastlines and water bodies, is well preserved. Framing suggestion: This map would look elega...

A wide mat border will enhance the visual impact and protect the edges of the map. Choose a frame style that complements the historical aesthetic, such as a traditional wooden frame ...

The printed details remain sharp and legible, and the coloring used to denote political boundaries and regions is vibrant and well-preserved. Tips on How to Frame This Map: 1. Choo...

A minor central fold, as issued. Framing tips: A neutral-toned mat (ivory or cream) with a black, dark brown, or weathered wood frame will highlight the map’s classic elegance.

Color well preserved with no major losses. Framing Tips This map displays beautifully in a classic dark walnut, gilded, or black museum-style frame with a wide off-white or warm ivo...

Paper remains strong and the impressions are clear and sharp. Framing tips: This lunar map will look striking in a dark wood or black frame to enhance the monochrome engraving, comb...

Framing tips: This map will look refined in a classic gold or dark wood frame with a cream or soft grey mat to complement the warm tones of the paper and hand-coloring.

A black or dark wood frame with minimal decoration will keep the focus on the map itself.

The engraved lines are sharp, and the original hand-coloring remains fresh. Framing tips: This map will display beautifully in a dark oak or gold-leafed frame.

Clean, strong impression. We do not sell the frame but only the sheet! Framing tips This wide-format map is best framed with soft ivory or warm light-grey museum matting and a slim...

The engraved lines are clear and sharp, and the original hand coloring is well preserved. Framing tips: Pair this map with a coastal or nautical-themed frame, such as driftwood or n...

Engraved lines are clear and the original hand coloring is well preserved. Framing tips: Pair this map with a light wood or brushed silver frame to echo the maritime setting.

Although small, the map is perfect for framing and this map serves as a captivating piece of history, reflecting the maritime exploration and territorial knowledge of the late 17th c...

Engraved lines are sharp, and the hand-coloring is bright and well-preserved. Framing tips: This map pairs beautifully with a classic maple or gold-trimmed frame.

Repaired slight loss along some of the original fold lines. Map has been framed in a custom-built archival black and gold wooden frame with acid-free mats, golden spandrel, UV Ple...

Overall a very attractive and fully frame-worthy set. Note: We sell this maps as loose sheets and not in a frame!

The coloring remains vibrant and the paper strong, with no tears or repairs. Framing tips: This map pairs beautifully with a classic gold-leaf or ebonized wood frame.

Paper remains stable. Framing Tips: This map deserves a fine frame—gilded, ebonized, or dark walnut wood—paired with a light beige or parchment-colored mat to draw attention to its ...

A dark walnut, black, or understated antique gilt frame complements the map’s scholarly and refined character.

Paper generally strong and stable. Framing Tips: This map would benefit from an elegant gold or walnut-colored frame to enhance the 18th-century aesthetic.

No tears or repairs. Framing suggestion: This map would benefit from a simple black or walnut frame with a cream or parchment-toned mat.

No tears or repairs, but top margin short cut. Framing suggestion: This map would look elegant in a black or gold wooden frame with a cream or parchment-colored mat.

The detailed depiction of cities, rivers, and natural landscapes showcases Allard’s dedication to precision and his artistic touch in portraying the region's rich heritage. Condit...

The original outline colors remain vibrant, enhancing the maps’ historical charm. Framing and Matting Tips: For a sophisticated display, frame each map individually with an arch...

Here are a few tips for framing this 1851 Tallis map of China: - Use acid-free, archival-quality mat board and backing to protect the paper from aging and discoloration over time ...

The engraving is crisp, and the original hand-coloring is clear and well-preserved. Framing tips: This map will display beautifully in a classic walnut or dark wood frame.

Please examine the image for further details. Framing and Matting Tips: This map’s decorative cartouches and vibrant hand-coloring make it ideal for a classic gold-leaf or dark wood...

Please examine the image for specific details. Framing and Matting Tips: This map’s decorative cartouche and Mediterranean coastal elements are perfect for display in a sophisticate...

The engraving is crisp, and the hand-coloring remains vibrant and clean. Framing tips: This map pairs well with a rustic wood or black frame to reflect the mountainous character of ...

Original hand-coloring is well preserved, and all engraved lines remain crisp and clear. Framing tips: This map would suit a natural wood frame or one with a distressed alpine finish.

The engraving remains crisp and clear. Framing tips: This map displays beautifully in a dark walnut or ebonized frame with a generous ivory mat.

Accompanied by a New and Correct Map." This original folding booklet is framed alongside the map, at top left.

The engraved details are sharp and the original hand-coloring remains clean and attractive. Framing tips: This map pairs beautifully with a medium or dark wood frame, or an antique ...

Condition report • Strong, clean impression on lightly toned, sturdy laid paper • Original centre-fold as issued; faint reinforcement on verso at two tiny separations • Contemporary ...

Tips for Framing This Map: Frame the map using a wide, neutral-toned archival mat (or float-mount it to show the edges) and place it in a gold-leaf or dark wooden frame that matches...

Any small imperfections typical of mid-19th century paper and printing. Framing tips: This map presents beautifully in a classic dark walnut or ebonized frame with a warm ivory or ...

Strong impression on quality paper with clean detail throughout. Framing tips: This map is best presented in a large traditional frame in dark wood or black with gold accents.

Please inspect the image closely for further details. Framing and Matting Tips: To enhance its historical charm, consider framing the map with a classic dark wood or gilded frame.

The engraved detail remains sharp and the hand coloring is clean and well-preserved. Framing tips: Frame this map in a natural walnut or classic gold frame to enhance the historic c...

Paper remains strong and supple. Framing tips: This map would present well in a slim black or dark brown frame with a light cream archival mat, enhancing both its clarity and fine l...

All sheets are unframed. Framing suggestion: This six-part map would make a striking display when framed together in a custom arrangement.

Details remain strong and legible throughout. Framing Tips This map will display beautifully in a classic dark wood, black lacquer, or lightly gilded frame with a wide ivory or warm...

Presented in an elegant dark wood frame, this piece combines cartographic value with decorative appeal, making it ideal for collectors of antique maps, classic interiors, libraries, ...

Dimensions: Max Width: 67cm (26.5'') Max Depth: 1.5cm (.5'') Max Height: 51.5cm (20.25'') Map Width: 60cm (23.5'') Map Height: 45.5cm (18'')

Dated July 13, 1810. The thick giltwood frame from the mid-20th century.

Antique print titled 'Zierikzee'. View of the city of Zierikzee, the Netherlands. This print originates from 'Het koningrijk der Nederlanden voorgesteld in eene reeks van 136 naa...

Antique print titled 'Societatis Indiae Occident (..) - West Indisch Huys op Raapenburg (..)'. Despite the title suggesting this print is a view of the West-Indisch House in Amst...

Just purchased more information to follow. In unrestored condition, the sheet can be cleaned.

Map of Essex by John Cary Engraver London published as the act directs Sept 1st 1787 by J Cary Engraver Map & Printseller no 188 the corner of Arundel Street Strand Antique engraved ...

Intriguing framed map of Rome and the surrounding vicinity featuring detailed cartography, ornamental illustrations, and text index at the bottom.

Vuillemin built each sheet from the official surveys, the Cassini maps, the Depot de la Guerre, the Ponts et Chaussees and the charts of the Marine, and then framed the map with engr...