Continental Europe Maps

Antique print titled 'Chateau de Stowe, du Coté des Jardins'. Copper engraving showing the garden side of the Stowe House. This print originates from 'Jard...

This is a historical map of the province of Vizcaya (Biscay) in Spain, dated 1901. The title on the map is "VIZCAYA. 1901." It shows the topographical details of the region with cont...

Antique miniature map titled 'Turcicum Imperium'. Rare miniature map of the Turkish Empire. This map originates from 'Tabularum Geographicarum Contractarum Libri septem (..)' by P. B...

Antique world map titled 'Planisphère en Céleste'. This map depicts the night skies of both the northern and southern hemispheres. This map originates from 'Géographie Universell...

Antique map titled 'Swolla'. Map of the city of Zwolle, the Netherlands. This map originates from the 1613 edition of 'Discrittione di tutti i Paesi Bassi', by L. Guicciardini, publi...

GREAT BRITAIN -- "ENGELLANDT mit dem anstossenden Reich Schottlandt so vorzeiten Albion und Britannia haben geheissen". (Basel, c. 1590). Partly handcolored woodcut double-page map from S. Munster's 'Cosmographey'. 330 x 408 mm. (Lower margin cut short (touching the line), tiny hole in upper margin, sl. foxed/browned, lower right corner a bit thumbed). Sebastian Münster's 16th Century Map of the British Isles from 'Cosmographia Universalis...

Antique map titled 'Asiae IIII Tab'. Beautiful map of Mercator's Ptolemaic map of the Holy Land, Cyprus, Syria, etc. Originates from Mercator's 'Geograph...

This map is titled "INDIA," and it provides a detailed view of the Indian subcontinent with various inset maps that offer additional historical and geographical context. The main ma...

Antique print titled 'Plan idéal du Jardin et de l'Hotel d'Orléans'. Copper engraving of the garden design for a hotel. This print originates from 'Jardins Anglo-Chinois à la Mode' b...

Antique map titled 'British Solomon Islands Protectorate'. Old map of the British Solomon Islands Protectorate. Artists and Engravers: Published by Waterlow & Sons, London & D...

Original antique map titled 'L'Afrique divisée en ses principaux États'. Attractive and precise map of Africa, with large decorative cartouche. Engraved by Janvier. Published by Dela...

Antique world map titled 'Mappe Monde Historique'. The map depicts both the Eastern and Western Hemispheres, with the hemispheres meeting in the midd...

Description: Antique map titled 'Paraguay, Chili, Terre Magellan?' Decorative map of the southern part of South America by Robert de Vaugondy, revised and published by Delamarche. Source unknown, to be determined. Artists and Engravers: Charles Francois Delamarche (1740-1817) founded the important and prolific Paris based Maison Delamarche map publishing firm in the late 18th century. A lawyer by trade Delamarche entered the map business with the acquisition from Jean-Baptiste Fortin of Robert de Vaugondy's map plates...

Antique map titled 'Charte von Süd-Afrika'. Original antique map of South Africa showing the travels of Truter and Somerville. Published ci...

An original antique map of the province of Almería, Spain, from the year 1901. The Mediterranean Sea, labeled as "Mar Mediterraneo," forms the southeastern boundary of the province...

Antique map India titled 'Presqu'ile de l'Inde en de ca du Gange'. Miniature map depicting India with an inset map of Pondicherry (Puducherry). This ...

The map titled "Map of the countries lying between Turkey & Birmah, comprising Asia Minor, Persia, India, Egypt & Arabia and including the Black, Caspian & Red Seas" is an antique ma...

Antique map titled 'Hispaniae et Portugalliae Regna'. Original old map of the Iberian peninsula showing Spain, Portugal and the Balearic Islands. Two beautiful cartouches with severa...

Antique map titled 'Carte de L'Empire de Japon (..).' Map of the Empire of Japan. Centered on the Bay of Osaka, this map covers from Hirado (here identified as I. Firando) and Na...

Antique map titled 'L'Allemagne'. Antique map of Germany. Originates from 'Geographie moderne avec une introduction' by J.B.L. Clouet.

Antique map titled 'Saxon England According to the Saxon Chronicle'. Map of Saxon England based upon descriptions in the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle, a collection of annals in Old English ...

Map of the Black Sea and contingent lands, including Turkey, Russia, Georgia, Azerbaijan, Bulgaria, Crimea and Armenia, with decorative vignettes views of Sebastopol, Varna, Odessa, Sinope, Constantinople and Silistria. Fine antique map...

Antique frontispiece of the 3rd volume of 'Hedendaagsche historie of tegenwoordige staat van allen volkeren (..)' by Thomas Salmon. This volume describes Peg...

Bird’s-Eye View of Basel from Braun & Hogenberg’s "Civitates Orbis Terrarum" (Circa 1572-1617) This highly detailed map of Basel is a bird's-eye view, originally based on Sebastian Münster’s map...

"1638 Plancius Detailed Map of Sri Lanka with Decorative Cartouches" This beautifully detailed map of Sri Lanka, titled "Ins. Ceilan," was engraved by P. Plancius from a design by C...

Antique map titled 'Perchensis Comitatus - La Perche compte'. Old map of the former province of Perche, France. Until the French Revolution, Perche was bounded by four ancient te...

Antique map titled 'Italië'. Map of Italy. This map originates from 'School-Atlas van alle deelen der Aarde' by Otto Petri. Artists and Engravers: Published by A. Baedeker (Otto Petr...

The map of the province of Burgos in the autonomous community of Castile and León in Spain, dated 1902. It includes the following features: The map highlights the varied terrain wit...

Antique map Myanmar (Birma) titled 'Les Royaumes de Pegu et d'Aracan'. Rare map of Pegu and Arakan made after a map engraved by Pieter van den Keere and published in the 1628 edi...

The province depicted on the historical map on offer, Oviedo, corresponds to the modern-day autonomous community of Asturias in northwestern Spain. Here are some points about Asturia...

Antique map titled 'Congo, Cafrerie.' Decorative map of the southern part of Africa by Robert de Vaugondy, revised and published by Delamarche. Source unknown, to be determined. Artists and Engravers: Charles Francois Delamarche (1740-1817) founded the important and prolific Paris based Maison Delamarche map publishing firm in the late 18th century. A lawyer by trade Delamarche entered the map business with the acquisition from Jean-Baptiste Fortin of Robert de Vaugondy's map plates...

"1710 Edward Wells Map of Ancient Greece: A New Map of Antient Greece, Tirana, Morea, Ilyricum, Sicily, and Macedonia" Description of the Map: This map, produced around 1710 and en...

Antique map titled 'Spain and Portugal'. Small, detailed antique map of Spain and Portugal (Iberian Peninsula). Decorative title cartouche. Artists and Engravers: Thomas Jeff...

This map titled "Guadeloupe et Dépendances" is part of the France Pittoresque series and provides a detailed view of the island of Guadeloupe and its surrounding dependencies. Features: - The map shows the two main landmasses of Guadeloupe: Basse-Terre and Grande-Terre, separated by a narrow channel. - Several smaller islands, including Marie-Galante, Les Saintes, and La Désirade, are also depicted. - The main cities, towns, and geographical features are labeled, with emphasis on the island's mountain ranges and rivers, particularly on Basse-Terre. - An inset at the bottom right provides a detailed plan of Pointe-à-Pitre, a major city and port on the island. The grid layout of the streets is clearly shown, reflecting urban planning of the time. Artistic and Cartographic Details: - The map uses clear linework to differentiate between the different islands and the sea, with significant natural features such as mountains and rivers carefully depicted. - The map was drawn by Monin and engraved by Jacqueline and Barrière, whose names appear in the lower right corner. - The scale in the lower left corner is measured in leagues, showing distances both by land and sea. Historical Context: - This map likely dates to the mid-19th century, a period when Guadeloupe was a key French colony in the Caribbean. Guadeloupe was known for its sugar and coffee plantations, which played a significant role in France's colonial economy. - Maps like this were often used for administrative, military, and educational purposes to give a comprehensive view of France's overseas territories. The map of Guadeloupe et Dépendances from the France Pittoresque series likely dates to the mid-19th century, around 1840 to 1860. This period corresponds to the height of French colonial influence in Guadeloupe, and the map's style, detailed urban planning, and cartographic techniques are consistent with maps produced in that era. The specific publication date could be further narrowed down if the map was part of a known edition of the France Pittoresque atlas, but based on the cartographic style and historical context, 1840–1860 is a reasonable estimate. Here are some relevant keywords people might use when searching for a map of Guadeloupe and its surrounding areas: 1. Guadeloupe map 2. Basse-Terre and Grande-Terre map 3. French Caribbean islands map...

Antique map titled 'De Platte Grond van Amboina zoo als het was in den Jaare, 1718'. Antique map depicting the City of Ambon, Indonesia. This print originates from 'Oud en Nieuw Oost...

This map is an original antique map that showcases Portuguese possessions around the turn of the 20th century, with a focus on Guinea-Bissau (referred to on the map as "Guiné Portugu...

Antique print, titled: 'Fete Solennelle de Pegu appelee Sapan Giacche' This plate shows the Solemn celebration called Sapan Giacche in Pegu or Bago, the capital of the Bago Regio...

Antique costume print titled 'Slovake aus der Gegend von Kaschau'. Old print showing a Slovake from the area of Košice. This print originates from 'Blätter für Kostümkunde'. The Slov...

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.

Antique print titled ‘Street in Napha Lew-Chew'. Antique print of a street scene in Naha, the capital city of the Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. Okinawa used to be called Great Lew C...

Antique map titled 'Festland von Asutralien und benachbarte Inseln'. Map showing Australia, New Zealand, Southern New-Guinea and surrounding islands. This map originates from Stieler...

Antique map titled 'Plan van een Baai en Haven aan de Kust van Chili (..) - Plan d'une Baye de la Côte du Chili (..)'. Original antique map of a bay on the coast of Chile discovered ...

Antique map titled 'Italie et Provinces Autrichnes sur l'Adriatique'. Original old map of Italy and surroundings. Also shows Sicily and Sardinia. Ori...

The map depicts the province of León, which is located in the northwest of Spain and forms part of the autonomous community of Castilla y León, as of 1903. Notable features of the ma...

Antique map, titled: 'Plan de la Citadelle de la Ville de Charedsch.' Plan of the fortress of Charedsch, Iran / Persia. This original antique print originates from 'Reize naar Ar...

Antique map titled 'Das Stifft Zeitz (..)'. Map of the region of Zeitz, Germany. Zeitz is a town in the Burgenlandkreis district, in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany. It is situated on the riv...

The image for sale is a historical map of Spanish possessions in North Africa, dated 1903. The map includes the enclaves of Ceuta and Melilla, the Chafarinas Islands, the Alhucemas I...

Antique map titled 'Saxoniae Inferioris Circulus'. Old map of the northern part of Germany by M. Seutter. Covering the area of Lower Saxony, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern and Schleswig-Hols...

Antique map titled 'Antiquae Asiae Minoris & C. Tabula' by Philippo Talbor. This rare antique map is published by Edward Wells, circa 1718.

Geographical map depicting the entire earth's surface divided into two parts that correspond to the two hemispheres or globes, the map deals with the earth in general. Detailed expla...

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 ...

Antique map titled 'France Physique'. Old map of France. This map originates from 'Géographie Universelle Atlas-Migeon' by J. Migeon. Artists and Engravers: Published by J. Migeon...

Antique map titled 'Sumatra, Java'. A delicately presented and detailed pair of maps of the two islands. The plate appeared in the part-work "Dispatch Atlas" issued in supplements an...

Antique map titled 'Urbis Campensis (..)'. Plan of the city of Kampen, the Netherlands. This map originates from the 1613 edition of 'Discrittione di tutti i Paesi Bassi', by L. Guic...

Antique map titled 'Archiducatus Austriae inferioris (..).' Decorative map of Austria, centered on the course of the Danube River and Vienna. Shows the region from Enss and Steyr to ...

Antique map titled 'Vue de la Baye de Bonthain (..)'. Map of the island Sulawesi (Celebes), Indonesia that Philip Carteret rested his crew and made repairs to his ship the Swallow fo...

Antique map titled 'Germania'. Rare miniature map of Germany and surroundings. This map covers the entirety of those lands traditionally occupied by Germanic peoples, from the Blatic...

Antique print titled 'Differens Kiosques par Halfpenny'. Copper engraving showing various garden kiosks. This print originates from 'Jardins Anglo-Chinois à la Mode' by Georg Louis l...