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Greece and Ottoman Balkans Map – Homann Engraving ca. 1720
Located in Langweer, NL
Greece and the Danube Basin Map c.1720 – Antique Engraving of the Balkans
This remarkable early 18th-century map presents a sweeping view of southeastern Europe, centering on the co...
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18th Century European Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
Hainaut Map Ortelius 1590 – Rare Hand-Colored French-Belgian Border Map
Located in Langweer, NL
Decorative 16th Century Map of Northern France by Ortelius, circa 1590
This richly colored antique map titled *Nobilis Hannoniae Comitatus Descriptio* depicts the County of Hainaut ...
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16th Century Belgian Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
A fine pair of miniature globes on stands
By Karl Muller
Located in ZWIJNDRECHT, NL
A rare pair of miniature terrestrial and celestial globes.
by K. Müller, 1822
Karlsruhe, Germany
Diameter globes: 7 cm. Total high: 14,5 cm.
Each with 12 hand-coloured engraved p...
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Early 19th Century German International Style Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Hardwood, Paper
$13,449 Sale Price
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Antique Map of Lotharingia (Lorraine) by Danckerts, c. 1700 – Hand-Colored
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique Map of Lotharingia (Lorraine) by Theodorus Danckerts circa 1700 Hand-Colored
This beautifully detailed antique map of Lotharingia, now the Lorraine region in northeastern ...
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Early 1700s Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
18th Century Antique Conrad Lotter Septentrionalis Meridionalis American Maps
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of rare hand colored maps from the 1770's, depicting "America Septentrionalis" (North America), engraved by Georg Friedrich Lotter and America Meridionalis (South America), engr...
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18th Century Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
$2,400 Sale Price
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"The Masterpieces of Engraving"
By Eugene Maxime Vallée
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
O/7821 - interesting French book that I saved from ruin: they are usually dismembered to make prints to sell individually. This one is intact, with its 24 printed plates. Nice to ...
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Mid-19th Century French Other Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
Original Antique 17th-Century Map of Shanxi (Xansi) Province, China – by Blaeu
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique 17th-Century Map of Shanxi Province, China – "Xansi" by Blaeu, with Artistic Cartouches
Description: This beautifully engraved map of Shanxi Province, historically referred to as "Xansi," was created by Johannes Blaeu in 1655 as part of his renowned *Novus Atlas Sinensis*. This atlas was the first comprehensive Western collection focused on Chinese geography, produced with the guidance of Jesuit missionary Martino Martini. Blaeu’s attention to detail and artistic flair are evident in this representation of Shanxi, highlighting mountains, rivers, cities, towns, and key geographic features. The Great Wall of China, an iconic landmark, is also depicted.
The map includes decorative cartouches that enhance its aesthetic appeal. The upper-left corner features the map's title framed in an ornate design, while the lower-right corner showcases a seated figure in traditional Chinese attire alongside a small globe, symbolizing the merging of European cartographic expertise and Chinese knowledge. Each city and geographic feature is labeled in Latin, making it a fascinating historical artifact of cross-cultural exploration.
This map was crafted using the copperplate engraving technique, prized for its ability to produce fine, precise details. It is further embellished with hand-coloring, which brings the landscape and decorative elements to life. Blaeu’s maps are highly regarded for their accuracy, artistry, and historical significance, making this piece a valuable collectible.
Shanxi Province, historically referred to as "Xansi," is renowned for its historical significance, natural landscapes, and rich cultural heritage. The region has been a crucial center of Chinese history and culture for centuries. Its name, meaning "West of the Mountains," refers to its location west of the Taihang Mountains. Shanxi has long been known for its coal resources, which have made it an important economic hub in modern times.
Important places in Shanxi include Pingyao, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its well-preserved ancient city walls and traditional Chinese architecture. The Yungang Grottoes, near Datong, are another UNESCO site, famous for their intricate Buddhist carvings and statues. Mount Wutai, one of China’s Four Sacred Buddhist Mountains, is a significant religious site that attracts pilgrims and tourists alike. Taiyuan, the provincial capital, is known for its historical sites, including the Jinci Temple. Shanxi is also known for its role in the early development of Chinese banking, particularly during the Ming and Qing Dynasties.
Keywords include antique map of Shanxi, Xansi map, Pingyao, Yungang Grottoes, Mount Wutai, 17th-century China map...
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1650s Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
Imperial map of Northern Russia with Archangel, Lapland and Permia, c.1730
Located in Langweer, NL
Imperial map of Northern Russia with Archangel, Lapland, and Permia, c.1730
Description:
This intricately engraved and hand-colored map presents the northern reaches of the Russian ...
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Early 18th Century German Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
Antique Map of Roermond & Duchy of Guelders by Sanson – Hand-Colored, c.1667
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map of Roermond and the Duchy of Guelders with rich detail, c.1667
This beautifully hand-colored 17th-century map presents the region of Roermond and the broader Duchy of Gu...
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Late 17th Century French Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
17th Century Map of Southern Portugal by Sanson – Hand-Colored, 1679
Located in Langweer, NL
17th Century Map of Southern Portugal by Sanson – Hand-Colored, 1679
This stunning 1679 map of Portugal offers a captivating glimpse into the past, showcasing the country's geograph...
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Late 17th Century French Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
1692 Jacq. Peeters Map: East Indies, Indonesia, Japan, Philippines and Singapore
Located in Langweer, NL
1692 Jacques Peeters Map: East Indies, Indonesia & Japan with Unique Inset
This hand-colored map from 1692, created by Jacques Peeters, captures the islands of Indonesia, the Philippines, and features a unique inset of Japan.
It closely resembles Nicolas de Fer's map and is primarily based on Sanson's influential maps. The map meticulously details cities, smaller settlements, rivers, mountain chains, and forests, offering a comprehensive view of the region's geography.
The inset map of Japan stands out due to its distinctive shape and influences, reflecting different cartographic sources. Notable features include the marked equator and detailed latitude and longitude indications on the borders.
The map measures 6.5 inches in width by 5.5 inches in height and is in excellent condition, with a dark impression, slight toning, and a minor centerfold crease.
Keywords:
- East Indies map
- Indonesia historical map
- Philippines map...
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1690s Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
$631 Sale Price
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Rare North Atlantic and Caribbean Sea Chart: Newfoundland to Venezuela, 1745
Located in Langweer, NL
This impressive map titled "Terra Neuf, en de Custen van Nieu Vranckryck, Nieuw Engeland... Venezuela," published by Louis Renard in 1745, captures the North Atlantic coastline, enco...
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1740s Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
Antique Map of the Sunda Islands Including Sumatra, Java, and Borneo, 1705
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: “Antique Map of the Sunda Islands Including Sumatra, Java, and Borneo”
This print is a beautifully detailed and relatively rare map of Western Indonesia, encompassing the reg...
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Early 1700s Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
$822 Sale Price
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Antique Map of the County of Burgundy by Johann Baptist Homann circa 1710
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique Map of the County of Burgundy by Johann Baptist Homann circa 1710 Hand-Colored
This finely detailed antique map titled Comitatus Burgundia depicts the historic region of t...
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1720s Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
1717 Johannes Van Keulen Sea Chart of the Eastern Atlantic - Amsterdam to Gambia
Located in Langweer, NL
1717 Johannes Van Keulen Sea Chart of the Eastern Atlantic - Amsterdam to Gambia
This 1717 sea chart by Johannes Van Keulen, titled "Nieuwe Paskaert vande ...
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1710s Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
Map of Switzerland by Justus Danckerts, Hand-Colored Engraving ca. 1690
Located in Langweer, NL
Map of Switzerland by Justus Danckerts, Hand-Colored Engraving ca. 1690
This detailed and attractively hand-colored antique map titled *Helvetiae Rhaetiae et Valesiae, nec non parti...
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Late 17th Century Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
Map of Languedoc by Willem Blaeu, Antique French Copper Engraving 1635
Located in Langweer, NL
Map of Languedoc by Willem Blaeu, Antique French Copper Engraving 1635
This fine antique map titled "Langvedoc" depicts the historical province of Languedoc in southern France and w...
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1630s Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
Map of Brittany and Western France by Gerard Valk, circa 1690
Located in Langweer, NL
Map of Brittany and Western France by Gerard Valk, circa 1700
This finely detailed antique map, titled *Praefectura Ducatus Britanniae, Quae Superior et Inferior*, was created aroun...
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Late 17th Century Dutch Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
Antique Map of Piedmont, Savoy and Liguria by Justus Danckerts, Amsterdam c.1690
Located in Langweer, NL
Map of Piedmont, Savoy and Liguria by Justus Danckerts, Amsterdam c.1690
This richly detailed and decorative map, titled *Tabula Generalis Ducatus Sabaudiae Principatus Pedemontii C...
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Late 17th Century Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
Map of Cape Verde and the Mouth of the River Niger by Coronelli, 1691
Located in Langweer, NL
Map of Cape Verde and the Mouth of the River Niger by Coronelli, 1691
This finely engraved map, titled "Bocche del Fiume Negro et Isole di Capo Verde," was created in 1691 by Vincen...
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Late 17th Century Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
Map of Gard France with Pont du Gard and Wine Regions by Vuillemin, 19th c
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Map of Gard France with Pont du Gard and Wine Regions by Vuillemin, 19th c
Description:
This finely engraved 19th-century map of the department of Gard in southern France was...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
Map of Finistère France with Brest, Quimper and Brittany Coastline, 19th Century
Located in Langweer, NL
Map of Finistère France with Brest, Quimper and Brittany Coastline, 19th Century
Description:
This richly engraved 19th-century map of Finistère, the westernmost department of mainl...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
Map of Doubs France with Besançon and Swiss Border Landscape, 19th Century
Located in Langweer, NL
Map of Doubs France with Besançon and Swiss Border Landscape, 19th Century
Description:
This decorative 19th-century map of the department of Doubs in eastern France was drawn by Al...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
Map of Côte-d'Or France with Dijon and Burgundy Wine Region, 19th Century
Located in Langweer, NL
Map of Côte-d'Or France with Dijon and Burgundy Wine Region, 19th Century
Description:
This beautifully engraved 19th-century map of Côte-d'Or, located in the historic region of Bur...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
Map of Corsica France with Ajaccio and Napoleon Portraits, 19th Century
Located in Langweer, NL
Map of Corsica France with Ajaccio and Napoleon Portraits, 19th Century
Description:
This finely engraved 19th-century map of Corsica, the Mediterranean island region of France, was...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
Map of Corrèze France with Brive, Tulle and Dordogne River Landscape, c.1850
Located in Langweer, NL
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...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
Map of Cher France with Bourges, Sancerre Vineyards and Engraved Vignettes, 1850
Located in Langweer, NL
Map of Charente-Inférieure France with La Rochelle and Coastal Vineyards, 19th c
Description:
This decorative 19th-century map of the former department of Charente-Inférieure, now k...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
Map of Charente-Inférieure France with La Rochelle and Coastal Vineyards, c.1850
Located in Langweer, NL
Map of Charente-Inférieure France with La Rochelle and Coastal Vineyards, 19th c
Description:
This decorative 19th-century map of the former department of Charente-Inférieure, now k...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
Venetian Trade Routes in the Levant – Antique Map by Pieter van der Aa, ca.1720
Located in Langweer, NL
Venetian Trade Routes in the Levant – Antique Map by Pieter van der Aa, Early 18th Century
This finely engraved map, published by Pieter van der Aa in Leiden, provides a detailed d...
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1720s Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
Map of Charente France with Cognac Region and Château de La Rochefoucauld, 1850
Located in Langweer, NL
Map of Charente France with Cognac Region and Château de La Rochefoucauld, 19th c
Description:
This richly illustrated 19th-century map of the Charente department in southwestern Fr...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
Map of Cantal France with Aurillac, Volcanic Peaks and Rural Life, 19th Century
Located in Langweer, NL
Map of Cantal France with Aurillac, Volcanic Peaks and Rural Life, 19th Century
Description:
This finely engraved and hand-colored 19th-century map of Cantal, a mountainous departme...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
Map of Calvados France with Caen and Cider-Brandy Region, 19th Century
Located in Langweer, NL
Map of Calvados France with Caen and Cider-Brandy Region, 19th Century
Description:
This finely engraved 19th-century map of the Calvados department in Normandy, northwestern France...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
Map of Bouches-du-Rhône France with Marseille and Rhône Delta, 19th Century
Located in Langweer, NL
Map of Bouches-du-Rhône France with Marseille and Rhône Delta, 19th Century
Description:
This finely engraved 19th-century map of the Bouches-du-Rhône department in southeastern Fra...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
Map of Aude France with Carcassonne and Languedoc Vineyards, 19th Century
Located in Langweer, NL
Map of Aude France with Carcassonne and Languedoc Vineyards, 19th Century
Description:
This elegant 19th-century map of Aude, a department in southern France along the Mediterranean...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
Map of Aube France with Troyes and Champagne Wine Region, 19th Century
Located in Langweer, NL
Map of Aube France with Troyes and Champagne Vineyards by Vuillemin, 19th c
Description:
This 19th-century map of the Aube department in the Grand Est region of northeastern France ...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
Map of Ariège France with Foix and Pyrenees Landscape by Vuillemin, 19th c
Located in Langweer, NL
Map of Ariège France with Foix and Pyrenees Landscape by Vuillemin, 19th c
Description:
This beautifully detailed 19th-century map of the Ariège department in southwestern France wa...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
Map of Ardennes France with Sedan and Military History by Vuillemin, c.1850
Located in Langweer, NL
Map of Ardennes France with Sedan and Military History by Vuillemin, 19th c
Description:
This detailed and decorative 19th-century map of the Ardennes department in northeastern Fra...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
Map of Ardèche France with Annonay and Vineyards by Vuillemin, 19th c
Located in Langweer, NL
Map of Ardèche France with Annonay and Vineyards by Vuillemin, 19th c
This beautifully engraved 19th-century map of Ardèche, a department in southeastern France, comes from Alexandr...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
Map of Hautes-Alpes France with Gap and Alpine Scenery by Vuillemin, c.1850
Located in Langweer, NL
Map of Hautes-Alpes France with Gap and Alpine Scenery by Vuillemin
Description:
This elegant 19th-century map of the Hautes-Alpes department in southeastern France was created by A...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
Map of Basses-Alpes France with Digne and Lavender Region by Vuillemin, c.1850
Located in Langweer, NL
Map of Basses-Alpes France with Digne and Lavender Region by Vuillemin, 19th c
This finely engraved 19th-century map of the Basses-Alpes department of France (known today as Alpes-d...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
Map of Allier France with Saint-Pourçain Wine Region by Vuillemin, 19th c
Located in Langweer, NL
Map of Allier France with Saint-Pourçain Wine Region by Vuillemin, 19th c
This decorative 19th-century map of Allier, a central department of France, comes from the celebrated Nouve...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
Map of Aisne France with Soissons and Champagne Vineyards by Vuillemin, 19th c
Located in Langweer, NL
Map of Aisne France with Soissons and Champagne Vineyards by Vuillemin, 19th c
Description:
This richly detailed 19th-century engraved and hand-colored map of the department of Aisn...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
Map of Ain France with Vineyards of Bugey and Notable Portraits, c.1850
Located in Langweer, NL
Map of Ain France with Portraits of Bichat and Joubert by Vuillemin, 19th c
This highly decorative 19th-century map of the French department of Ain is taken from the celebrated Nouv...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
17th-Century Map of Sri Lanka (Ceylon) by Mercator & van den Keere, 1630
Located in Langweer, NL
This captivating 17th-century map titled "Zeilan ou Ceilon Isle" (Ceylon/Sri Lanka) was engraved by Petrus Kaerius (van den Keere) and published in Mercator's "Atlas Minor," edited b...
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1630s Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
Impressive Decorative Engraved Map of the Red Sea and Arabian Peninsula, 1787
Located in Langweer, NL
This map, titled "Karte des arabischen Meerbusens oder des Rothen Meeres," is an original engraving from 1787 created by F. A. Schraembl, based on the cartographic work of d'Anville.
It is a partially colored copper engraving.
Key features and notable details of the map include:
1. The title is prominently displayed within a large, ornate cartouche, enhancing the aesthetic appeal and indicating the map's subject as the Red Sea (Rothen Meeres).
2. The map covers the Red Sea and its surrounding regions, including significant portions of the Arabian Peninsula and northeastern Africa.
3. There are two detailed inset maps:
- The first inset map shows the roadstead of the port of Suez (Rheede des Hafen von Sues).
- The second inset map depicts Bahr el Kolsum, the northwestern arm of the Red Sea, based on a map by De la Rochette from 1785.
4. Geographical Features: The map meticulously details the coastline, islands, and notable port cities along the Red Sea. The cartography highlights both natural and man-made features, with elevations and mountains represented through hachures.
5. Condition and Preservation: The map has a horizontal centerfold and is partially backed to prevent tears. The edges of the map sheet show minor holes, tears, and faint brown spots, yet it remains in overall good condition considering its age.
6. Historical Importance: This map is a valuable historical document, reflecting the cartographic knowledge of the late 18th century. It serves as a significant piece for collectors interested in antique maps, particularly those focusing on the Arabian Peninsula and maritime navigation in the Red Sea region.
The map shows the coastline of the Red Sea and the Arabian Peninsula, detailing regions and places along the western coast of Saudi Arabia and Yemen, as well as the eastern coast of Egypt and Sudan. Here are some of the most important places identified on the map:
1. Jeddah (Gedda): A major city and port on the western coast of Saudi Arabia, significant for its role as a gateway for pilgrims traveling to Mecca.
2. Mecca (Mekka): A holy city in Islam, located inland from the Red Sea, important for being the site of pilgrimage (Hajj) for Muslims.
3. Medina (Medina): Another important Islamic city, known for the Prophet's Mosque and being a key pilgrimage site.
4. Suez (Suess): Located at the northern end of the Red Sea, near the Suez Canal, it's a crucial link between the Mediterranean Sea and the Red Sea.
5. Aden: A port city in Yemen, located at the southern tip of the Arabian Peninsula, historically significant as a trading hub.
6. Mocha (Mokka): A port city in Yemen, historically known for being a major marketplace for coffee.
7. Sana'a: The capital city of Yemen, noted for its historical and cultural significance.
8. Bab el Mandeb: The strait connecting the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden, crucial for maritime navigation.
These locations are critical due to their historical, religious, and economic significance, especially in terms of trade routes and pilgrimage sites. The map also illustrates the mountainous terrain and coastal features of the region.
The condition and preservation status, which, despite minor imperfections, is considered well-preserved for its age.
Overall, this map is a rare and valuable artifact, offering both historical insights and aesthetic appeal for collectors and enthusiasts of antique cartography.
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1780s Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
$1,616 Sale Price
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Map of Avenches Region Switzerland by Mercator, Original 1585 Engraving
Located in Langweer, NL
Map of Wiflispurgergov by Gerardus Mercator, Avenches Region, 1585
This rare and finely engraved map, titled *Das Wiflispurgergov*, was produced by Gerardus Mercator and published i...
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16th Century Dutch Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
Hibernia Regnum Map by Carel Allard, 1700: Hand-Colored Provinces of Ireland
Located in Langweer, NL
This is a historical map of Ireland created by Carel Allard around 1700, titled "Hibernia Regnum in Quatuor Provincias Ultoniam, Connaciam, Lageniam, et Momoniam". The map is hand-colored and engraved. It includes two large decorative cartouches. The map is part of an atlas by Carel Allard, an Amsterdam-based cartographer.
Here are the detailed points about the map:
Maker: Carel Allard - a prominent Dutch cartographer and publisher from Amsterdam.
Atlas: Source Atlas - Likely part of an atlas published by Carel Allard, but specific title of the atlas isn't mentioned.
Interesting Features
1. Decorative Cartouches: The map features two large, ornate cartouches. One in the upper left depicts a classical figure and British Royal arms...
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Early 1700s Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
$2,008 Sale Price
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Map of Lake Geneva and Surroundings by Hondius, Geneva Region, circa 1612
Located in Langweer, NL
Map of Lake Geneva and Surroundings by Hondius, Geneva Region, 1606
This rare and intricately engraved map, titled *Chorographica Tabula Lacus Lemanni Locorumque Circumiacentium*, w...
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Early 17th Century Dutch Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
Map of Zurich and Basel Region by Mercator, Uncolored Engraving c.1600
Located in Langweer, NL
Map of Zurich and Basel Region by Mercator, Uncolored Engraving c.1600
This original uncolored copperplate engraving, titled *Zurichgow et Basiliensis Provincia*, was created by the...
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Early 17th Century Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
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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1810s Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
Original Antique 17th-Century Map of Shaangxi (Xensi) Province, China – by Blaeu
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique 17th-Century Map of Shaangxi Province, China – "Xensi" by Blaeu, Featuring Decorative Cartouches
Description: This exquisite 17th-century map of Shaangxi Province, historically known as Xensi Province, is an exceptional work by Johannes Blaeu, one of the most celebrated mapmakers of the Dutch Golden Age. Originally published in Blaeu's groundbreaking 'Novus Atlas Sinensis', this map is a masterful blend of geography and artistry. Blaeu's atlas was created in collaboration with Martino Martini, a Jesuit missionary whose insights into China provided European audiences with unprecedented geographical accuracy.
The map meticulously charts Shaangxi's mountains, rivers, mines, cities, and towns, with names rendered in Latin. It also features a detailed section of the Great Wall of China, a symbol of the region's historical significance. The artistry of this map is further enhanced by its elaborate cartouches. At the top, a Chinese warrior is beautifully illustrated, while the lower-left corner displays a deer, possibly a reference to the elusive Pere David deer...
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1650s Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
Friesland, Groningen, Drenthe, Overijssel – Antique Map by Seb. Münster, 1574
Located in Langweer, NL
Friesland, Groningen, Drenthe, Overijssel – Antique Map by Sebastian Münster, 1574
This rare and finely colored woodcut map of Northern Netherlands depicts the provinces of Friesl...
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16th Century Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
Map of Friesland (La Frise), from a French Atlas - circa 1756
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Map of Friesland (La Frise), from "Atlas Nouveau Portatif" (1756)
This is an 18th-century map of Friesland (Frise), a northern province of the Netherlands, engraved by *Georg...
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1750s Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
Gascogne and Guyenne Map - Hand-Colored 17th-Century Engraving by De Wit, c.1688
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Gascogne and Guyenne Map - Hand-Colored 17th-Century Engraving by Frederik De Wit c. 1688
Description: This remarkable map, "Gouvernement de la Guyenne & Gascogne," captures ...
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1680s Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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Paper
1718 Holy Land Map - Twelve Tribes, Six Provinces, Hand-Colored, Antique Map
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Terra Sancta in XII olim Tribus nunc VI Provincias Dispertita
Cartographer: Christoph Weigel the Elder (1654–1725)
Publisher: Johann Ernst Adelbulner
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Map of the Margraviate and Electorate of Brandenburg by de Beaurain - ca.1750
Located in Langweer, NL
Historical Map of the Margraviate and Electorate of Brandenburg by Chevalier de Beaurain - Circa 1750
This impressive historical map, titled "Carte du Marquisat et Electorat de Br...
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$516 Sale Price
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Map of Ireland: Early 19th Century - from the 1802 Tardieu Atlas
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique Map Description
**Title:** Carte d'Irlande
**Publication Details:**
- **Atlas Title:** Nouvel Atlas Universel de Géographie Ancienne et Moderne
- **Purpose:** For the Nouve...
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Early 1800s Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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$420 Sale Price
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1788 Map of Europe - France, Italy, Spain, Germany, Great Britain & Ireland
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "1788 Map of Europe - France, Italy, Spain, Germany, Great Britain & Ireland by D'Anville"
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This detailed map of Europe, titled "First Part of the Map of Europe...
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$1,071 Sale Price
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Old Map of the Margraviate of Brandenburg by Giacomo Cantelli da Vignola, 1687
Located in Langweer, NL
Historical Map of the Margraviate of Brandenburg by Giacomo Cantelli da Vignola - 1687
This magnificent map, titled Marchesato, et Elettorato di Brandeburgo con una gran Porzione ...
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1680s Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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$515 Sale Price
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Bay of Saint Helena: French Naval Chart by N.B. Ingénieur de la Marine, ca.1770
Located in Langweer, NL
Bay of Saint Helena: French Naval Chart by N.B. Ingénieur de la Marine, 18th Century
This meticulously detailed copper engraving, titled 'Carte de la Baye de Sainte Helene' (Map of the Bay of Saint Helena), was drawn by N.B., an engineer of the French Navy (*Ingénieur de la Marine*). The map was created based on the navigational observations of mariners and published in the 18th century, most likely in France. It offers a precise and practical representation of Saint Helena Bay, a crucial anchorage point in the South Atlantic Ocean.
Saint Helena Bay, located on the island of Saint Helena, was an important stopover for ships sailing between Europe and Asia, particularly for Dutch and British vessels during the Age of Exploration and the later colonial period. Its significance was further heightened when the island became the final exile location of Napoleon Bonaparte from 1815 to 1821.
The map shows the bay with impressive attention to detail, depicting the coastline with numerous soundings marked in French and English leagues (*Lieues Marines de France et d'Angleterre*), allowing navigators to gauge the water depth and avoid hazards. The bay’s natural topography, including hills and coastal elevations, is rendered in delicate engraving lines. A large central peak dominates the landscape, surrounded by rugged terrain, while a smaller inlet and river (*Riviere*) are also shown, highlighting the complex geography of the bay.
A decorative fleur-de-lis compass rose marks the left side of the chart, indicating orientation and providing a clear sense of direction for mariners. The map's clean and elegant design reflects the French cartographic tradition of combining functional navigation aids with aesthetic appeal.
The chart includes practical features such as scale indicators and coastal profiles that help sailors recognize the bay from a distance. The detailed soundings marked throughout the bay make this map an invaluable tool for understanding the navigational challenges of the area, particularly for large, heavily laden ships.
This rare chart belongs to a series of marine maps...
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1770s Antique Engraved More Furniture and Collectibles
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$133 Sale Price
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