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Vintage Turkish Map Rug
Vintage Turkish Map Rug

Vintage Turkish Map Rug

Located in New York, NY

A vintage Turkish Pictorial carpet from the second quarter of the 20th century depicting a map of Turkey.

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Mid-20th Century Turkish Turkish Rugs

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Wool

Small Antique Map of the European Turkey, Greece & Ionian Islands – c.1860
Small Antique Map of the European Turkey, Greece & Ionian Islands – c.1860

Small Antique Map of the European Turkey, Greece & Ionian Islands – c.1860

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique Map of the European Turkey, Greece & Ionian Islands – Stieler, c.1860 Original antique map titled *Die Europaeische Türkei, Griechenland und die Ionischen Inseln* (European ...

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Antique 1860s Maps

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Paper

Asia Minor and the Ottoman Levant — Fine Bonne Map of Turkey, c.1780
Asia Minor and the Ottoman Levant — Fine Bonne Map of Turkey, c.1780

Asia Minor and the Ottoman Levant — Fine Bonne Map of Turkey, c.1780

Located in Langweer, NL

Asia Minor and the Ottoman Levant — Fine Bonne Map of Turkey, c.1780 This finely engraved antique map of Asia Minor (modern-day Turkey and surrounding regions) was created by the ce...

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Antique Late 18th Century French Maps

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Paper

Antique Map Turkey in Asia, Ottoman Empire Anatolia Syria Iraq Black, 1884
Antique Map Turkey in Asia, Ottoman Empire Anatolia Syria Iraq Black, 1884

Antique Map Turkey in Asia, Ottoman Empire Anatolia Syria Iraq Black, 1884

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique Map Turkey in Asia, Ottoman Empire Anatolia Syria Iraq Black 1884 This detailed and beautifully engraved antique map titled Turkey in Asia was published in the New and Revis...

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Antique Late 19th Century Scottish Maps

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Paper

Ancient Asia Minor Map — Classical Anatolia & Pontus, Wilkinson London 1815
Ancient Asia Minor Map — Classical Anatolia & Pontus, Wilkinson London 1815

Ancient Asia Minor Map — Classical Anatolia & Pontus, Wilkinson London 1815

Located in Langweer, NL

Ancient Asia Minor Map — Classical Anatolia & Pontus, Wilkinson London 1815 This finely engraved and original hand-colored antique map titled Asia Minor Antiqua depicts the ancient ...

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Antique Early 19th Century British Maps

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Paper

Turkey in Europe & Balkans Map, Antique Hand-Colored Map, 1860
Turkey in Europe & Balkans Map, Antique Hand-Colored Map, 1860

Turkey in Europe & Balkans Map, Antique Hand-Colored Map, 1860

Located in Langweer, NL

Turkey in Europe & Balkans Map, Antique Hand-Colored Map, 1860 This finely detailed antique map illustrates Turkey in Europe together with the broader Balkan Peninsula, presenting a...

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Antique Mid-19th Century British Maps

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Paper

Antique Map of Asia Minor & the Levant – Anatolia, Syria & Cyprus, c.1818
Antique Map of Asia Minor & the Levant – Anatolia, Syria & Cyprus, c.1818

Antique Map of Asia Minor & the Levant – Anatolia, Syria & Cyprus, c.1818

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique Map of Asia Minor & the Levant – Anatolia, Syria & Cyprus, c.1818 Elegant antique map depicting Asia Minor and the Eastern Mediterranean, covering Anatolia (modern T...

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Antique Early 19th Century British Maps

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Paper

Antique Map of Turkey and Greece, 1852
Antique Map of Turkey and Greece, 1852

Antique Map of Turkey and Greece, 1852

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique map titled 'Europisch Turkije en Griekenland'. Map of Turkey in Europe and Greece.

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Antique 19th Century Maps

Materials

Paper

Antique Map of Turkey in Europe, c.1780
Antique Map of Turkey in Europe, c.1780

Antique Map of Turkey in Europe, c.1780

Located in Langweer, NL

Large map of Turkey in Europe. Source unknown, to be determined.

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Antique 18th Century British Maps

Materials

Paper

Philips Map of the Seat of War 1854 – Black Sea, Turkey & Russia Antique Map
Philips Map of the Seat of War 1854 – Black Sea, Turkey & Russia Antique Map

Philips Map of the Seat of War 1854 – Black Sea, Turkey & Russia Antique Map

Located in Langweer, NL

Philips Map of the Seat of War 1854 – Black Sea, Turkey & Russia Antique Map This folding map, titled “Philips’ Map of the Seat of War”, was published in Liverpool by George Philip ...

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Antique 1850s English Maps

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Paper

Map Turkey in Europe & Hungary Thomas Kitchin, 1783
Map Turkey in Europe & Hungary Thomas Kitchin, 1783

Map Turkey in Europe & Hungary Thomas Kitchin, 1783

Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK

Thomas Kitchen (1718 - 1784) : Map of Turkey in Europe & Hungary 1783 Visible sheet within the cream mount 25.5cm., 10" height 20cm., 8" In an ebonised frame length 33cm. 13", he...

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Antique 18th Century English Georgian Maps

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Paper

Antique Map of Turkey in Asia by Johnston '1909'
Antique Map of Turkey in Asia by Johnston '1909'

Antique Map of Turkey in Asia by Johnston '1909'

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique map titled 'Turkey Asia ( Asia Minor )'. Original antique map of Turkey in Asia.

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Early 20th Century Maps

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Paper

Antique Map of Turkey in Asia by Wyld '1845'
Antique Map of Turkey in Asia by Wyld '1845'

Antique Map of Turkey in Asia by Wyld '1845'

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique map titled 'Map of Turkey in Asia'. Original antique map of Turkey in Asia.

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Antique Mid-19th Century Maps

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Paper

Antique Map of Turkey in Europe by Wyld, '1845'
Antique Map of Turkey in Europe by Wyld, '1845'

Antique Map of Turkey in Europe by Wyld, '1845'

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique map titled 'Turkey in Europe'. Original antique map of Turkey in Europe.

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Antique Mid-19th Century Maps

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Paper

Original Antique Map of Turkey, Asia Minor and Cyprus
Original Antique Map of Turkey, Asia Minor and Cyprus

Original Antique Map of Turkey, Asia Minor and Cyprus

By Gerard Mercator

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique map titled 'Natoliae sive Asia Minor'. Original old map of Turkey, Asia Minor and Cyprus.

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Antique Early 17th Century Maps

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Paper

Original Antique Map of Greece and part of Turkey
Original Antique Map of Greece and part of Turkey

Original Antique Map of Greece and part of Turkey

Located in Langweer, NL

Small map of Greece and part of Turkey. This map originates from 'Le nouveau et curieux Atlas Geographique et historique' by Jacques Chiquet.

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Antique Early 18th Century Maps

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Paper

Old Colourful Decorative Map of Turkey in Europe, 1846
Old Colourful Decorative Map of Turkey in Europe, 1846

Old Colourful Decorative Map of Turkey in Europe, 1846

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique map titled 'Turkey in Europe'. Old map of Turkey in Europe.

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Antique 1840s Maps

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Paper

Antique Map of Turkey in Asia 'Asia Minor', 1841
Antique Map of Turkey in Asia 'Asia Minor', 1841

Antique Map of Turkey in Asia 'Asia Minor', 1841

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique map titled 'Turkey in Asia'. Original antique map of Asia Minor (Turkey).

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Antique 19th Century British Maps

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Paper

Ottoman Empire Map — Turkey in Asia, Syria & Mesopotamia, c.1830
Ottoman Empire Map — Turkey in Asia, Syria & Mesopotamia, c.1830

Ottoman Empire Map — Turkey in Asia, Syria & Mesopotamia, c.1830

Located in Langweer, NL

Title: Ottoman Empire Map — Turkey in Asia, Syria & Mesopotamia, c.1830 A finely engraved map capturing the heart of the Ottoman Empire at a pivotal moment before the modern bor...

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Antique Early 19th Century British Maps

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Paper

Orginal Antique Handcolored Map of the Turkish Empire, 1748
Orginal Antique Handcolored Map of the Turkish Empire, 1748

Orginal Antique Handcolored Map of the Turkish Empire, 1748

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique map titled 'L'Empire des Turcs'. Old map of the Turkish Empire with an inset of the North African regions.

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Antique 18th Century Maps

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Paper

Turkey, Persia & Arabia Antique Map by James Wyld, Bosphorus, 1839
Turkey, Persia & Arabia Antique Map by James Wyld, Bosphorus, 1839

Turkey, Persia & Arabia Antique Map by James Wyld, Bosphorus, 1839

Located in Langweer, NL

Turkey, Persia & Arabia Antique Map by James Wyld, Bosphorus 1839 This finely engraved antique map by the celebrated British cartographer James Wyld presents a sweeping geographical...

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Antique Mid-19th Century British Maps

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Paper

Antique Map of Turkey in Asia, Arabia, Persia, ca.1890
Antique Map of Turkey in Asia, Arabia, Persia, ca.1890

Antique Map of Turkey in Asia, Arabia, Persia, ca.1890

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique Map of Turkey in Asia, Arabia, Persia, ca.1890 A finely engraved and beautifully hand-colored map titled “Turkey in Asia, Arabia, Persia, Etc.”, attributed to the esteemed S...

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Antique Late 19th Century British Maps

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Paper

Antique Ottoman Empire Miniature Map, Turkey Balkans Arabia, Starling, 1833
Antique Ottoman Empire Miniature Map, Turkey Balkans Arabia, Starling, 1833

Antique Ottoman Empire Miniature Map, Turkey Balkans Arabia, Starling, 1833

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique Ottoman Empire Map, Turkey Balkans Arabia, Starling, 1833 A finely engraved and historically rich miniature map of the Ottoman Empire, drawn by Thomas Starling and published...

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Antique Early 19th Century British Maps

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Paper

European Turkey and Greece Map – Balkans and Ionian Islands 1857
European Turkey and Greece Map – Balkans and Ionian Islands 1857

European Turkey and Greece Map – Balkans and Ionian Islands 1857

Located in Langweer, NL

European Turkey and Greece Map – Balkans and Ionian Islands 1857 This detailed antique print shows “Die Europäische Türkei, Griechenland und die Ionischen Inseln” meaning “European ...

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Antique Mid-19th Century German Maps

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Paper

Antique Map of European Turkey and Greece, Copperplate Engraving, 1857
Antique Map of European Turkey and Greece, Copperplate Engraving, 1857

Antique Map of European Turkey and Greece, Copperplate Engraving, 1857

Located in Langweer, NL

European Turkey and Greece Map – Balkans and Ionian Islands 1857 This detailed antique print shows “Die Europäische Türkei, Griechenland und die Ionischen Inseln” meaning “European ...

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Antique Mid-19th Century German Maps

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Paper

Map of Turkish Dominions in Europe, Ottoman Balkan Territories 1813
Map of Turkish Dominions in Europe, Ottoman Balkan Territories 1813

Map of Turkish Dominions in Europe, Ottoman Balkan Territories 1813

Located in Langweer, NL

Map of Turkish Dominions in Europe, Ottoman Balkan Territories 1814 This antique map titled "Turkish Dominions in Europe" provides a detailed depiction of the Balkan Peninsula and a...

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Antique 1810s Maps

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Paper

Antique Map of Turkey in Asia, with Frame Style Border
Antique Map of Turkey in Asia, with Frame Style Border

Antique Map of Turkey in Asia, with Frame Style Border

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique map titled 'Asie Ottomane ou Turquie d'Asie'. Attractive map of Turkey in Asia.

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Antique Mid-19th Century Maps

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Paper

Antique Map of the Turkish Empire and Persia, circa 1890
Antique Map of the Turkish Empire and Persia, circa 1890

Antique Map of the Turkish Empire and Persia, circa 1890

By J. Migeon

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique map Turkish Emprie titled 'Turquie d'Asie et Perse'.

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Antique 19th Century Maps

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Paper

Antique Map of Turkey and Greece by Petri, c.1873
Antique Map of Turkey and Greece by Petri, c.1873

Antique Map of Turkey and Greece by Petri, c.1873

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique map titled 'Europisch Turkije en Griekenland'. Old map depicting Turkey in Europe and Greece.

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Antique 19th Century Maps

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Paper

Detailed Original Antique Map of Turkey in Europe, circa 1740
Detailed Original Antique Map of Turkey in Europe, circa 1740

Detailed Original Antique Map of Turkey in Europe, circa 1740

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique map Turkish Empire tilted 'Turky in Europe'. Beautiful, small antique map depicting modern-day Greece and surroundings.

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Antique 18th Century Maps

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Paper

Antique Map Asia Minor Turkey Levant, Lapie 1838 – Hand Colored Engraving
Antique Map Asia Minor Turkey Levant, Lapie 1838 – Hand Colored Engraving

Antique Map Asia Minor Turkey Levant, Lapie 1838 – Hand Colored Engraving

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique Map Asia Minor, Turkey & Levant – Lapie, Tardieu, 1838 This finely engraved and delicately hand-colored map of Asia Minor was published in Paris in 1838 as part of the renow...

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Antique Early 19th Century French Maps

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Paper

Antique Map by Pierre M. Lapie, Turkey, Persia, Afghanistan, 1842
Antique Map by Pierre M. Lapie, Turkey, Persia, Afghanistan, 1842

Antique Map by Pierre M. Lapie, Turkey, Persia, Afghanistan, 1842

By Pierre M. Lapie

Located in Langweer, NL

Map of Turkey, Persia and Afghanistan. This map originates from 'Atlas universel de géographie ancienne et moderne (..)' by Pierre M.

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Antique 19th Century French Maps

Materials

Paper

Antique Map of Turkey in Asia (Asia Minor and Transcaucasia), 1903
Antique Map of Turkey in Asia (Asia Minor and Transcaucasia), 1903

Antique Map of Turkey in Asia (Asia Minor and Transcaucasia), 1903

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique Map of Turkey in Asia (Asia Minor and Transcaucasia), 1903, with Intricate Provincial Borders This antique map, titled "Turkey in Asia (Asia Minor) and Transcaucasia," was e...

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Early 20th Century Maps

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Paper

Antique Map of Turkey in Europe, 1903, with Delicate Pastel Coloration
Antique Map of Turkey in Europe, 1903, with Delicate Pastel Coloration

Antique Map of Turkey in Europe, 1903, with Delicate Pastel Coloration

Located in Langweer, NL

Title: Antique Map of Turkey in Europe, 1903, with Delicate Pastel Coloration Description: This antique map, titled "Turkey in Europe," was engraved and published in 1903 by the dis...

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Early 20th Century Maps

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Paper

Antique Map of Turkey in Europe by A & C. Black, 1870
Antique Map of Turkey in Europe by A & C. Black, 1870

Antique Map of Turkey in Europe by A & C. Black, 1870

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique map titled 'Turkey in Europe'. Original antique map of Turkey in Europe with inset maps of the Bosporus and Crete or Candia.

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Antique Late 19th Century Maps

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Paper

Antique Map of Asia Minor Turkey by Edward Weller, Weekly Dispatch, 1863
Antique Map of Asia Minor Turkey by Edward Weller, Weekly Dispatch, 1863

Antique Map of Asia Minor Turkey by Edward Weller, Weekly Dispatch, 1863

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique Map of Asia Minor Turkey by Edward Weller, Weekly Dispatch, 1863 Detailed antique map of Asia Minor, present-day Turkey, engraved by Edward Weller, F.R.G.S., and published i...

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Antique Mid-19th Century British Maps

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Paper

Antique Map of Turkey in Asia by A & C. Black, 1870
Antique Map of Turkey in Asia by A & C. Black, 1870

Antique Map of Turkey in Asia by A & C. Black, 1870

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique map titled 'Turkey in Asia'. Original antique map of Turkey in Asia with inset Ruins of Babylon.

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Antique Late 19th Century Maps

Materials

Paper

Original Old Map of Northeastern Greece & Northwestern Turkey, Published in 1661
Original Old Map of Northeastern Greece & Northwestern Turkey, Published in 1661

Original Old Map of Northeastern Greece & Northwestern Turkey, Published in 1661

Located in Langweer, NL

It covers the ancient region of Thrace, present-day European Turkey and part of Greece. The map is graced with two attractive strapwork cartouches.

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Antique 1660s Maps

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Paper

Antique Map of Turkey in Europe with Bulgaria by Johnston, 1909
Antique Map of Turkey in Europe with Bulgaria by Johnston, 1909

Antique Map of Turkey in Europe with Bulgaria by Johnston, 1909

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique map titled 'Turkey in Europe with Bulgaria'. Original antique map of Turkey in Europe with Bulgaria.

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Early 20th Century American Maps

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Paper

Antique Map of Turkey in Asia, Ottoman Empire Middle East, c. 1850
Antique Map of Turkey in Asia, Ottoman Empire Middle East, c. 1850

Antique Map of Turkey in Asia, Ottoman Empire Middle East, c. 1850

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique Map of Turkey in Asia, Ottoman Empire Middle East, c. 1850 Large and finely engraved antique map titled “Turkey in Asia,” depicting the vast Asian territories of the Ottoman...

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Antique Mid-19th Century British Maps

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Paper

Antique Map of Turkey and Constantinople with Views & Figures, Fullarton c.1865
Antique Map of Turkey and Constantinople with Views & Figures, Fullarton c.1865

Antique Map of Turkey and Constantinople with Views & Figures, Fullarton c.1865

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique Map of Turkey and Constantinople with Views and Figures, Fullarton c.1865 A richly detailed and highly decorative lithographic map titled “Turkey; Central Mediterranean Regi...

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Antique Mid-19th Century British Maps

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Paper

Genuine Antique Map of European Turkey by Pierre Antoine Tardieu, 1802
Genuine Antique Map of European Turkey by Pierre Antoine Tardieu, 1802

Genuine Antique Map of European Turkey by Pierre Antoine Tardieu, 1802

Located in Langweer, NL

This is an original antique map titled "Carte de la Turquie d'Europe," which depicts the European territories of the Ottoman Empire.

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Antique Early 1800s French Maps

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Paper

Old Map Depicting Turkey, Persia, Arab and Black Sea Etc, 1778
Old Map Depicting Turkey, Persia, Arab and Black Sea Etc, 1778

Old Map Depicting Turkey, Persia, Arab and Black Sea Etc, 1778

Located in Langweer, NL

Old map of Turkey in Asia. The map shows all of Turkey and the Black Sea, and extends east to include the Caspian Sea and the region of today's Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Turkmenistan.

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Antique 1770s Maps

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Paper

Original Antique Map or City Plan of Istanbul, Turkey. Circa 1835
Original Antique Map or City Plan of Istanbul, Turkey. Circa 1835

Original Antique Map or City Plan of Istanbul, Turkey. Circa 1835

Located in St Annes, Lancashire

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

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Antique 1830s English Maps

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Paper

Antique Map of Turkey in Europe by A.K. Johnston, 1865
Antique Map of Turkey in Europe by A.K. Johnston, 1865

Antique Map of Turkey in Europe by A.K. Johnston, 1865

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique map titled 'Turkey in Europe'. With an inset map of Crete, the Bosporus and Constantinople.

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Antique Mid-19th Century American Maps

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Paper

Antique Map of Asia Minor, Present-day Turkey and Cyprus, 1803
Antique Map of Asia Minor, Present-day Turkey and Cyprus, 1803

Antique Map of Asia Minor, Present-day Turkey and Cyprus, 1803

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique map titled 'Asiae Minoris Tabula Geographica'. Uncommon antique map of Asia minor, comprising most of what is present-day Turkey.

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Antique 19th Century Maps

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Paper

Antique Map of Turkey in Asia by A.K. Johnston, 1865
Antique Map of Turkey in Asia by A.K. Johnston, 1865

Antique Map of Turkey in Asia by A.K. Johnston, 1865

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique map titled 'Turkey in Asia (Asia Minor) and Transcaucasia'.

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Antique Mid-19th Century Maps

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Paper

Turkey in Europe Map – Balkans, Rumelia, Serbia, Bulgaria, Rand McNally, ca.1888
Turkey in Europe Map – Balkans, Rumelia, Serbia, Bulgaria, Rand McNally, ca.1888

Turkey in Europe Map – Balkans, Rumelia, Serbia, Bulgaria, Rand McNally, ca.1888

Located in Langweer, NL

Turkey in Europe Map – Balkans, Rumelia, Serbia, Bulgaria, Rand McNally This detailed political and geographic map titled “Turkey in Europe” presents the Balkan Peninsula at a pivot...

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Antique Late 19th Century American Maps

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Paper

Detailed Original Antique Map of the Turkish Empire with Arabia, 1778
Detailed Original Antique Map of the Turkish Empire with Arabia, 1778

Detailed Original Antique Map of the Turkish Empire with Arabia, 1778

Located in Langweer, NL

Title: Etats Due Grand-Seigneur En Asie, Empire De Perse, Pays Des Usbecs, Arabie et Egypte . . . 1753 Detailed map of the Turkish Empire, extending to the Black Sea, Georgia, the...

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Antique 1770s French Maps

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Paper

Original Antique Map of Turkey in Asia, Ottoman Empire & Middle East c.1860
Original Antique Map of Turkey in Asia, Ottoman Empire & Middle East c.1860

Original Antique Map of Turkey in Asia, Ottoman Empire & Middle East c.1860

Located in Langweer, NL

Original Antique Map of Turkey in Asia, Ottoman Empire & Middle East c.1860 This impressive original antique map depicts the vast territories historically known as "Turkey in Asia,"...

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Antique Mid-19th Century British Maps

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Paper

Turkey in Asia, Arabia & Persia Map with Cyprus and Egypt Insets c.1902
Turkey in Asia, Arabia & Persia Map with Cyprus and Egypt Insets c.1902

Turkey in Asia, Arabia & Persia Map with Cyprus and Egypt Insets c.1902

Located in Langweer, NL

Turkey in Asia, Arabia & Persia Map with Cyprus and Egypt Insets c.1902 A beautifully detailed antique map titled “Turkey in Asia, Arabia, Persia &c.”, published around 1900 as part...

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Early 20th Century British Maps

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Paper

Rare 1618 Antique Miniature Map of the Turkish Empire by P. Bertius
Rare 1618 Antique Miniature Map of the Turkish Empire by P. Bertius

Rare 1618 Antique Miniature Map of the Turkish Empire by P. Bertius

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique miniature map titled 'Turcicum Imperium'. Rare miniature map of the Turkish Empire.

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Antique Early 17th Century Dutch Maps

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Paper

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Turkey Map For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal Turkey map for your home. Each Turkey map for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using paper, fabric and canvas. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer Turkey map, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A Turkey map, designed in the style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Johann Baptist Homann each produced at least one beautiful Turkey map that is worth considering.

Finding the Right Collectibles-curiosities for You

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.

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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.

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