Maps

An important and Highly Decorative Blaeu Caribbean Map, West Indies, Antique Atlas Chart, c1642 Description: An exceptional and highly decorative map of the Caribbean, titled Insula...

Baroque Solar System & Zodiac Map – Homann Doppelmayr, Hand Colored c.1742 This impressive celestial engraving depicts the Copernican heliocentric solar system and is titled “Sy...

Antique Celestial Map – Hemel Globe, Zodiac & Constellations by Halma, 1720 This striking double-hemisphere celestial chart, titled Hemel G...

Antique Map of Rhodesia & British Central Africa – Published by George Philip & Son, 1895 This detailed antique map titled "Rhodesia & British Central Africa" was published in 1895 ...

The Tallis map of the Isthmus of Panama is a beautifully detailed work, characteristic of the maps produced by John Tallis & Company, which was one of the last cartographic firms to ...

The antique map titled 'Royaumes de Perse Herat & Kaboul' is an attractive map of Persia. Here are the key details and features of the map: 1. **Geographic Coverage**: - The map ...

Rigobert Bonne and G. Raynal's 1780 map of the West Indies, Gulf of Mexico, Antilles, and the Caribbean stands as a remarkable cartographic piece, offering a detailed and expansive v...

Antique Map of the Siege of Syracuse by the Athenians, 1648 – Thucydides This finely engraved plan depicts the Siege of Syracuse, one of the most dramatic episodes of the Peloponnes...

Antique Astronomical Chart of the Solar System and Seasons – Black’s Atlas, 1884 This striking scientific chart comes from the New and Revised Edition of Black’s General Atlas of th...

Superb Antique map of Cyprus Published Edward Stanford, Charing Cross, London 1894 Original colour Good condition Unframed. Free shipping

Mediterranean, Black Sea & Ottoman Empire Map 1853 This impressive antique print shows the Mediterranean and Black Sea regions with a focus on the Ottoman Empire, titled “Das Mittel...

Antique print titled 'Het Huis te Herlaar en het Dorp Tienhoven langs de Lek te zien'. View of the village of Tienhoven, the Netherlands. This print originates from 'Het verheerlykt ...

Title: Limburgum Oppidum Galliae Belgicae, vulgo Lympurch, gallicè, Lembor Dr. Type: Print (Copper Engraving) Circa 1580 Technique: Colored Copper Engraving Medium: Handmade Paper S...

Carte de la Terre de Canaan ou Terre Promise Cartographer: Le St. Robert Date of Publication: 1750 This exquisite 18th-century map, 'Carte de la Terre de Canaan ou Terre Promise', w...

Antique map titled 'Europeesch Rusland en Polen'. Map of Russia in Europe and Poland. This map originates from 'School-Atlas van alle deelen der Aarde' by Otto Petri...

Antique print titled 'Vue a Batavie du côte de la Courtine du Château - Prospect zu Batavia längst der Courtine des Castels'. Scarce view of Batavia Castle, present day Djakarta, Ind...

The uploaded image is a historical map of the Beira Baixa region in Portugal. The map details the topography, including mountain ranges and river systems, as well as the transportati...

Circa 1691 Frederick de Wit Map: Middle East with Arabia, Persia & More This exquisite hand-colored map, circa 1691, by Frederick de Wit, illustrates the Middle East, spanning from Turkey and Egypt to Afghanistan, with a detailed representation of the Arabian Peninsula. The map's detailing in Arabia is based on Nicolas Sanson's influential 1654 map, which was one of the most accurate and detailed depictions of the region up to the mid-seventeenth century. The decorative title cartouche is richly adorned with images of exotic figures, animals, and a merchant ship, symbolizing the region's historical trade importance. Additionally, a mapmaker is shown working with traditional tools, adding a touch of authenticity to the cartographic art. This is the fourth state of the map, published between 1691 and 1696. The map measures 21.8 inches in width by 18.5 inches in height, featuring a sharp impression, with minimal staining and a carefully repaired centerfold separation at the bottom. Keywords: - Middle East historical map - Frederick de Wit map - 17th century maps - Arabian Peninsula map - Persia (Iran) map - Turkey and Egypt map...

Monument of King Edward IV – Antique Engraving of St George’s Chapel, Windsor, 1790 This finely detailed antique engraving shows the monument of King E...

European Political Satire – Original Antique Allegorical Map by Draner, 1881 This striking satirical map of Europe, titled Carte de la Fraternité Européenne, was published in Paris ...

Antique map titled 'Typus Totius Orbis Terraquei Geographice Delineatus, Et Ad Usum Globo Materiali Superinducendus'. Beautiful example of Scherer's map of the World, configured in 12 globe gores. California is shown as an island. Fascinating Northwest Passage...

Great map of North America Original color. Good condition Published by Alexander Gross Unframed.  

This antique map, titled "Totius Americae Septentrionalis et Meridionalis," represents a significant cartographic piece from 1710 by Johann Baptist Homann. Here's a description of this remarkable map: - Title: Totius Americae Septentrionalis et Meridionalis (...) - Date: Published in 1710 by Johann Baptist Homann. Description: This map is a first edition of Johann Baptiste Homann's map of America, and it is notable for several cartographic features and historical representations: 1. California as an Island...

Antique Mexico Map Blaeu c.1642 – New Spain, Early Colonial Detail A highly important and richly detailed 17th-century map of Mexico and New Spain by Willem Blaeu, one of the most s...

1874 Map of Western United States by Keith Johnston – Detailed Atlas This is an original antique map titled “United States of North America (Western States)” by Alexander Keith John...

Vue du Chateau d'Ouandipore'. (View of the Castle of Wandipore in Tibet). This original antique print is taken from 'Histoire générale des voyages (?).', pu...

This is an antique map of Scotland. A French, maple framed cartography engraving by Jean-Baptiste Nolin, this posthumous atlas edition dating to the Georgian period, circa 1780. Ful...

Copernican Solar System – Celestial Plan, Doppelmayer, Hand-Colored c.1742 Description: This large and finely engraved celestial chart illustrates the Copernican solar system and is titled Ephemerides Motuum Coelestium Geometrica, a scientific visualization of planetary motion according to the Copernican hypothesis. The work was created by Johann Gabriel Doppelmayer and published in Nuremberg circa 1742, during the height of the Enlightenment’s engagement with astronomy and mathematical science. The map is offered unframed, giving flexibility to select a frame that best suits the intended interior. The chart presents a geometric representation of the irregular motions of the planets, including their directions, stations, and retrogradations. At the center is the sun, surrounded by concentric, color-coded orbital bands representing the paths of Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn. Radiating lines and numerical annotations record observed planetary positions across specific dates, translating empirical observation into visual form. Surrounding diagrams provide auxiliary explanations of orbital mechanics, apparent motion, and planetary phenomena. These panels were intended for scholarly use, offering astronomers, mathematicians, and educated readers a precise tool for understanding celestial movement within the Copernican framework. The Latin text reinforces its academic purpose and confirms its role as a serious scientific instrument rather than a decorative fantasy. The composition is further enriched by allegorical figures representing astronomy and the celestial sciences, engraved in the Baroque tradition and delicately hand colored. These figures bridge science and art, a hallmark of Doppelmayer’s work, making the chart both intellectually rigorous and visually compelling. Johann Gabriel Doppelmayer was one of the leading scientific illustrators and mathematicians of the Holy Roman Empire, closely associated with the Nuremberg publishing world. His celestial charts are today prized for their accuracy, clarity, and refined engraving quality. This engraving stands as an important document in the history of astronomy, marking the widespread acceptance of the Copernican system in 18th-century Europe. It is highly desirable for collectors of scientific instruments, astronomical prints, Enlightenment-era works, and decorative interiors with intellectual character. This chart was produced by Johann Gabriel Doppelmayer and published in Nuremberg circa 1742. Doppelmayer was a leading mathematician and scientific illustrator of the early Enlightenment, closely associated with the Nuremberg scientific publishing tradition. His Ephemerides Motuum Coelestium Geometrica played an important role in visualizing and popularizing the Copernican heliocentric system through precise geometric representation of planetary motion. Condition report: Good condition overall. Contemporary hand coloring. Light age toning and patina throughout, with minor browning and scattered surface marks consistent with age. Vertical centerfold as issued. Small handling wear at margins. No modern restoration observed. Framing tips: This chart benefits from a museum-style presentation. Use a wide ivory or warm off-white mat to balance the strong colors, paired with a dark walnut, ebonized, or gilt frame. UV-protective glazing is recommended due to the original hand coloring. Note: We supply this original antique map unframed. Technique: Engraved map with contemporary hand coloring Maker: Johann Gabriel Doppelmayer, Nuremberg, circa 1742 Keyword block: celestial map, astronomical chart, Copernican system, solar system engraving, Johann Gabriel Doppelmayer, Doppelmayer celestial map, antique astronomy print, Enlightenment science, planetary orbits, ephemerides, retrograde motion, planetary motion diagram, heliocentric model, 18th century astronomy, scientific engraving, hand colored celestial map, Baroque astronomy, Nuremberg engraving, rare astronomy chart, historical science print, antique star chart...

Nova Belgica et Anglia Nova, Blaeu c.1642 – Early New York Map This important and highly decorative map of the northeastern coast of North America is among the most attractive and h...

Vintage Paris Metro Map, Ligne 11 Opening, Art Deco Transit Plan 1935 A striking and highly decorative original 1930s map of the Paris Métropolitain, issued during a key moment in t...

A remarkable palatial nearly 7.5ft x 7.5ft facsimile of the important Map of the World (circa 1450) by Fra MauroFra Mauro (Italian; circa 1400–1464), featuring a solid wood framed hi...

Antique print Hungary titled 'Contrafehtung der Festung Tokay'. Birds eye view of the fortress Julaof Tokay, Hungary, surrounded with Turkish troops. Originates from a German edi...

Egypt & Lower Nubia – Elegant Antique Atlas Map of the Nile, ca.1888 This elegant antique atlas map presents Egypt and the Nile Valley in a refined, softly colored composition that feels timeless and architectural. The long vertical sweep of the Nile immediately draws the eye, flowing from the Mediterranean through Cairo and Upper Egypt toward Lower Nubia, framed by delicately engraved desert regions and subtle coastal shading along the Red Sea. Produced by Rand, McNally & Co. at the height of late-19th-century American atlas design, the map combines clarity with a restrained pastel palette that works exceptionally well in contemporary interiors. The balance between open desert spaces and the finely detailed river corridor gives the sheet a calm, almost meditative presence on the wall, making it particularly attractive for living rooms, studies, libraries, or hospitality settings. Cartographic details are crisp yet unobtrusive, allowing the overall composition to read as decorative rather than technical. The typography is elegant and evenly spaced, while the hand-colored regions add warmth without overpowering the design. When framed, the vertical format emphasizes the monumental scale of the Nile and creates a strong visual anchor in a room. A particularly appealing feature of this sheet is that the reverse side displays a decorative map of Africa, making it a versatile double-sided atlas leaf. This adds interest for collectors and interior designers alike, whether framed with visible margins, floated in a double-glazed frame, or appreciated as a historical object in a portfolio or drawer. Printed on original late-19th-century atlas paper, this map retains the authentic texture and presence expected of a period piece, offering both decorative impact and historical character without feeling heavy or academic. Condition report: Original atlas paper with light age toning consistent with period. Minor edge wear and gentle handling marks typical of bound atlas sheets. Overall well preserved with clean color and strong legibility. Framing tips: This map works beautifully in a light oak, walnut, or muted gold frame with an off-white or warm ivory mat. A tall vertical mat emphasizes the flow of the Nile and enhances the architectural feel. Museum glass is recommended to preserve the soft pastel tones. Technique: Color lithograph Maker: Rand, McNally & Co., United States, late 19th century Keywords: Egypt map, Nile map, Nile wall art, antique map of Egypt, decorative atlas map, Rand McNally map, antique Egypt wall art...

Antique print titled 'Amplissimas Aedes quas Pro Regio (..)'. Old engraving of the Royal Palace of Naples, Italy. It was one of the four residences near Naples used by the House of...

Roman Empire Map, Europe Mediterranean & Near East, Wilkinson London 1817 This finely engraved and beautifully hand-colored map presents the vast...

Antique map titled 'Afrika'. Original antique map of Africa, drawn by Van Beusekom. Published by 'Seyffardt's Boekhandel' in Amsterdam, circa 1870.

Blaeu Ottoman Empire Map, Turcicum Imperium, Figural Cartouche, 1642 A striking and highly decorative Blaeu map of the Ottoman Empire, “Turcicum Imperium” (1642), capturing the empi...

Antique map titled 'Carte des environs de Batavia - Kaart van de Buitenstreken van Batavia'. Map of the Batavia area (Jakarta) in Indonesia. With cartouche, scale and compass rose. P...

Antique map titled 'Mappemonde projetée sur l'Horizon de Paris et de son Antipode - Mappemonde sur la projection polaire'. Large map with two hemisphere world maps...

Antique map titled 'Asie'. Map of the Asian continent, with an illustration of the porcelain tower at Nanjing, China. This map originates from 'Géograp...

Antique map titled 'Carte des Gouvernements de Flandre Francoise, d'Artois, de Picardie et du Boulenois.' An attractive example of Rigobert Bonne's 1771 decorative map of the French regions of Picardy, Artois, and French Flanders. Covers the region in full from the English Chanel to Normandy. A large decorative title cartouche appears in the upper right. Source unknown, to be determined. Artists and Engravers: Rigobert Bonne (1727-1795 ) was one of the most important cartographers of the late 18th century. In 1773 he succeeded Jacques Bellin as Royal Cartographer to France in the office of the Hydrographer at the Depôt de la Marine. Working in his official capacity Bonne compiled some of the most detailed and accurate maps of the period. Bonne's work represents an important step in the evolution of the cartographic ideology away from the decorative work of the 17th and early 18th century towards a more detail oriented and practical aesthetic. With regard to the rendering of terrain Bonne maps...

Exceptional light up floor model globe, by Replogle Globes Inc. The globe is 16 in. in diameter, it features an interior light, and restrain a solid mahogany frame. This example is i...

Antique map titled 'Railroad & Township Map of the State of Ohio'. Original antique map of the State of Ohio. This map originates from 'Atlas of Preble County Ohio' by C.O. Titus...

Title: Map of the Location of the Garden of Eden and Travels of the Patriarchs Cartographer/Publisher: Pieter Mortier (1661–1711), published by Covens & Mortier (Amsterdam, 1725)...

Antique Virginia Map Blaeu c.1642 – Jamestown, Powhatan, Chesapeake One of the most desirable early maps of colonial America, this striking Blaeu engraving captures Virginia and the...

Antique map titled 'Diversa Orbis Terrae. Visu Incedente per Coluros Tropicorum, Ambos Ejus Polos, et Parciularis Sphaerae Zenith, in Planum Orthographica Projectio (..) Plat Ontwerp van verscheyde Aert-klooten (..)'. One of the earliest Dutch World Maps to focus on a more modern cartographic style, based on Carel Allard's map of 1696. This map represented a noteworthy shift from the traditional decorative Dutch 17th century maps where the margins would be full of classical mythological...

Geological Map of Curaçao 1888 Dutch West Indies by Karl Martin This exceptionally detailed geological map of Curaçao was published in 1888 as part of Karl Martin’s landmark scienti...

A spectacular Antique Map of Venice, Titled “Nova et accussima Venetiarum urbis Tabula topographica”, published by Petrus van der Aa in 1722 in t...

Antique print titled 'Syracus'. View of Syracuse, Sicily, Italy. Originates from 'Meyers Universum'. Artists and Engravers: Joseph Meyer (May 9, 1796 - June 27, 1856) was a Germa...

Antique map titled 'New Hampshire'. Original antique map of New Hampshire, United States. This print originates from 'Encyclopaedia Britan...

Antique Biblical Map Holy Land, David & Solomon Kingdoms – Hase 1739 This original 18th-century engraved map titled Regni Davidici et Salomonaei Descriptio Geographica was created b...

Blaeu Virginia and Florida Map – Decorative Early America Chart 1642 A highly important and visually striking map of the southeastern coast of North America, titled Virginiae partis...

Nice map of Rome Drawn and engraved by J.Dower Published by Orr & Smith. C.1835 Unframed. Free shipping

Blaeu Holy Land Map, Terra Sancta Palestina, Figural Cartouche, 1629 A highly decorative and historically important Blaeu map of the Holy Land, “Terra Sancta… Palestina” (1629), cel...

Indian Territory Map 1888 – Rand McNally Antique Lithograph This antique 1888 map of Indian Territory, published by Rand, McNally & Co., is a remarkable record of the region that wo...

Antique Double Hemisphere World Map – Lapie, Paris, 1838 This elegant and finely engraved double-hemisphere world map was published in Paris in 1838 as part of the renowned Atlas Un...

Map of Corrèze France with Brive, Tulle and Dordogne River Landscape Description: This finely detailed 19th-century map of the Corrèze department in southwestern France was publish...

Antique Engraving of the Baths of Titus in Rome, Ruins, Niquet Family, c.1780 This refined late 18th-century engraving presents a picturesque and historically informed view of the r...

This print is an original historical map of the Trás-os-Montes region in the northeastern part of Portugal, dated 1903. Trás-os-Montes is often translated as "behind the mountains," ...

This exceptional antique map, titled "Nouvelle Carte Marine de Toute les Cotes de l´Amerique" and alternatively known as "Nieuwe groote en seer Curieuse Paskaart van Geheel-WestIndie...