Continental Europe Maps

Antique portrait titled 'Frederik Hendrik, Prins van Oranje enz. enz. enz'. Portrait of Frederick Henry, or Frederik Hendrik in Dutch (29 January 1584 – 14 March 1647). The sover...

Antique map titled 'Dépt. de l'Allier'. Map of the French department of l'Allier, France. This area of France is known for its production of Saint-Pourçain wine. It is also one of th...

Antique map titled 'Kaart der Ternataansche Eilanden'. Rare and attractive map of the Ternate Islands with a large view of Ternate Island. One of 12 maps from 'Atlas van Overzeesche ...

Daniae Regni & Oldenburg – Antique Maps of Denmark and Saxony by Ortelius, 1584 This elegant antique map sheet features two detailed regional maps side by side: Daniae Regni Typus (...

Antique print titled 'Elevation of the Flank of Sir Gregory Page'. Architectural elevation of the residence of Sir Gregory Page. Sir Gre...

Transport yourself to the heart of history with an original Antique Map of The German Empire (west sheet) from 'The Comprehensive Atlas and Geography of the World,' meticulously craf...

Antique map titled 'Scotland'. Original map of the northern part of Scotland. With an inset map of the Orkney Isles. This map originates from 'General Atlas Of The World: Containing ...

Antique print titled 'Pagoda Quangguamiau'. Old print depicting the 'Quangguamiau' pagoda, China. This print originates from 'Het gezantschap der Nee^rlandtsche Oost-Indische Compagn...

Antique print titled 'Underwaldia - Das Landt Underwalden'. View of the city of Unterwalden, the old name of a forest-canton of the Old Swiss Confederacy in central Switzerland, south of Lake Lucerne...

Antique print titled 'Prospectus de Buyten Hof - Gezicht van het Buyten Hof tot Gravenhaghe'. Beautiful view of the Buitenhof, a square in The Hague, the Netherlands. This is an opti...

Description: Antique print Indonesia titled 'Atsjien'. Bird's eye-view of the Town of Atjien on the northernmost point of Sumatra. This print originates from 'Oud en Nieuw Oost-Indië...

Antique optical print titled 'Prospect des Rathhauses in Batavia (..)'. View of the town hall of Batavia, Indonesia. This is an optical print, also called 'vue optique' or 'vue d'opt...

Antique map titled 'No. 95 Bengale'. Detailed map of Bengal, Bangladesh. With text about the Ganges river. Originates from 'Atlas Universel' by P.M. Vand...

The antique map titled 'Carte de la Suisse' is an attractive map of Switzerland. Here are the key details and features of the map: 1. **Geographic Coverage**: - The map provides comprehensive coverage of Switzerland, depicting the entire country. - It showcases the division of Switzerland by Cantons, including regions from Vaud to Grisons. - Additionally, the map includes parts of adjacent countries, such as France, Germany, and Italy, providing context for Switzerland's geographical location. 2. **Cartographic Details**: - The map offers detailed cartographic information, including the delineation of geographic features, rivers, mountains, and the names of Cantons and towns. - It presents a clear and informative representation of Switzerland's topography. 3. **Origin**: - This map originates from Maison Basset's 1852 edition of 'Atlas Illustre Destine a l'enseignement de la Geographie elementaire,' indicating its use for educational purposes, particularly in the teaching of geography. 4. **Educational Significance**: - As part of an educational atlas, the map likely played a role in instructing students about the geography of Switzerland and its political subdivisions. - It may have been employed as a visual aid to enhance students' understanding of Switzerland's Cantonal divisions. 5. **Aesthetic Appeal**: - The map is described as attractive, suggesting that it possesses not only educational value but also visual appeal. - Maps of this era often featured decorative elements that added to their aesthetic charm. 6. **Historical and Geopolitical Significance**: - Switzerland's unique position in Europe, as a country surrounded...

Antique print Australia titled 'Gezigt van de Rivier Endeavour op de Kust van Nieuw-Holland'. View of an encampent on the shore of the Endeavour river on the coast of Australia where the Endeavour boat was beached. Originates from 'Reizen Rondom de Waereld door James Cook (..)'. HMS Endeavour was a British Royal Navy research vessel that Lieutenant James Cook commanded to Australia and New Zealand on his first voyage of discovery from 1768 to 1771. She was launched in 1764 as the collier Earl of Pembroke, with the Navy purchasing her in 1768 for a scientific mission to the Pacific Ocean and to explore the seas for the surmised Terra Australis Incognita or "unknown southern land". Commissioned as His Majesty's Bark Endeavour, she departed Plymouth in August 1768, rounded Cape Horn and reached Tahiti in time to observe the 1769 transit of Venus across the Sun. She then set sail into the largely uncharted ocean to the south, stopping at the islands of Huahine, Bora Bora, and Raiatea west of Tahiti to allow Cook to claim them for Great Britain. In September 1769, she anchored off New Zealand, becoming the first European vessel to reach the islands since Abel Tasman's Heemskerck 127 years earlier. In April 1770, Endeavour became the first European ship to reach the east coast of Australia, with Cook going ashore at what is now known as Botany Bay. Endeavour then sailed north along the Australian coast. She narrowly avoided disaster after running aground on the Great Barrier Reef, and Cook had to throw her guns overboard to lighten her. Endeavour was beached on the Australian mainland for seven weeks to permit rudimentary repairs to her hull. Resuming her voyage, she limped into port in Batavia in October 1770, her crew sworn to secrecy about the lands that they had visited. From Batavia Endeavour continued westward, rounded the Cape of Good Hope on 13 March 1771 and reached the English port of Dover on 12 July, having been at sea for nearly three years. The ship was largely forgotten after her Pacific voyage, spending the next three years hauling troops and cargo to and from the Falkland Islands. She was renamed in 1775 after being sold into private hands, and used to transport timber from the Baltic. Rehired as a British troop transport during the American War of Independence, she was finally scuttled in a blockade of Narragansett Bay, Rhode Island in 1778. Historical evidence indicates the ship was sunk just north of Goat Island in Newport Harbor, along with four other British transports. Relics from Endeavour are displayed at maritime museums worldwide, including an anchor and six of her cannon. A replica of Endeavour was launched in 1994 and is berthed alongside the Australian National Maritime Museum in Sydney Harbour. The NASA Space Shuttle...

Untitled map of the North Sea, top left a large compass rose, bottom right Dunkirk (Duinkerke / Dunkerque), France. Part of a bundled collection of plans of battles and cities renown...

Antique map titled 'Central Asia'. Original antique map of Central Asia. This map originates from the ‘Royal Atlas of Modern Geography’. Published by W. & A.K. Johnston, 1909.

Antique print titled 'Views on the West Coast of America (..)'. Coastal views of various islands of the American coast. Originates from an edition of Cook's Voyages. Artists ...

The 'World of Mercator's Projection' is a map with a stunning portrayal of global geography and maritime navigation from an era steeped in exploration and discovery. With meticulous detail and precision, this map showcases the world's continents on Mercator's famous projection, capturing the essence of a bygone era's cartographic expertise. Illustrating the courses of chief ocean currents and key navigation tracks between major ports, this map doesn't just depict landmasses but also reveals the vital maritime routes that shaped global trade and exploration. Each line and curve represents the pathways of ancient voyages and modern seafaring, connecting distant shores and continents. Crafted with the precision characteristic of Mercator's projection, this map offers a unique perspective on how sailors and explorers navigated the world's vast oceans. It stands as a testament to the artistry and scientific ingenuity of cartographers of that time, showcasing their commitment to accurate representation amid the challenges of mapping a spherical world on a flat surface. This map isn't just a historical document; it's a captivating piece of cartographic art...

Antique map titled 'Africa Nova Tabula Auct Jud. Hondio'. Beautiful and rare paneled map of Africa, Based Upon Hondius' map. The first derivative of the map was issued separately by ...

Antique map titled 'Noord-Nederland in 1798. De Bataafsche Republiek verdeeld in departementen en ringen'. Map of the Netherlands in 1798. This map originates from 'Historische Atlas...

Antique map titled 'Asie par A.H. Dufour'. Uncommon map of Asia. Published by or after A.H. Dufour, circa 1834. Source unknown, to be determined.

Antique print titled 't'Kollegie der Gedeputeerde Staaten, te Leeuwarden'. Old print of the provincial-executive of Leeuwarden, Friesland. This print originates from 'Vaderlandsche g...

Antique map titled 'Harrison'. Original antique map of Harrison, Ohio. This map originates from 'Atlas of Preble County Ohio' by C.O. Titus. Published, 1871.

La Brique Architectural Print – Bureau & Gatehouse by Edouard Lewicki, c.1900 This striking antique architectural print features two charming structures: an architect’s office in Ho...

Carte Marine de la Mer Caspiene... [and] Coste de Perse sur la Mer Caspiene et Partie de Celles de Tartarie", Delisle, Guillaume (2 maps) Subject: Caspian Sea ...

Antique map titled ‘British Guayana’. Includes decorative vignettes titled Georgetown, Christmas Cataract River Berbice, New Amsterdam and Ataraipu or the Devil’s Rock. Originates fr...

Antique map titled 'Chersonesi quae hodie Natolia Descriptio'. Decorative, smaller map of Asia Minor including part of the Greek Archipelago and Cyprus. The drape-style title cartouc...

Antique map titled 'Staveren'. Original antique map of the city of Stavoren, Friesland, The Netherlands. This map originates from 'Toonneel der Steden van de Vereenighde Nederlanden'...

Antique map titled 'Plan de la Baye d'Alicant'. Black and white harbor chart /port plan of Alicante Bay, Spain. This map originates from the scarce atlas 'Recueil de Plusiers Plans d...

Asia Minor – Antique Map of Natolia by Ortelius, Theatrum Orbis Terrarum c.1600 This beautifully hand-colored antique map titled Natoliae quae olim Asia Minor nova descriptio presen...

One nicely hand coloured print of an original serie of 23 plates, showing officers and soldiers discussing matters. published in 1833. Rare. From a serie of beautiful lithographed plates with Belgian military costumes after Madou and printed by Dero-Becker. Comes from a Belgian military costume album, dedicated to the Belgian King, and financed by subscribers, some 90 Belgian nobility and officers of the Belgian Army...

Antique map titled 'Generalis Totius Imperii Moscovitici (..)'. Decorative map of Russia and Central Asia, showing the Northeast Passage. The map covers the entirety of the Russian Empire at the time, stretching from the Arctic Circle in the north to the "Oceanus Orientalis" and the northern parts China (Chinae Septentrionalis confinia), Mongolia and India in the south. Published by J.B. Homann, circa 1730. Johann Baptist Homann was born 1664 in Oberkammlach. He founded his business 1702 in Nuremberg, Germany. After a long period of Dutch domination in map publishing, the Homann publishing house became the most important map...

Antique map titled 'Frankrijk naar de nieuwste bepalingen meerendeels gevolgd naar Lapie'. Beautiful map of France with an inset map of the island of Corsica. Includes a table with r...

Antique map titled 'Des Russischen Reichs - Europäische Theil'. Original antique map of the Russian Empire in Europe. This map originates from 'Stielers Handatlas'. Published circa...

The print titled "GALLIA," is a historical map of ancient Gaul, which corresponds to modern-day France and parts of its surrounding countries. Here are the features and details noted...

Antique map titled 'A Map of Independent Tartary, containing the territories of Usbeck, Gasgar, Tibet, Lassa & c'. Old map depicting east of the Caspian Sea with parts of Persia, Siberia, the Mogul territories and on to western China...

Antique map titled 'Dépt. d'Eure et Loir'. Map of the French department of Eure-et-Loir, France. This area is home to the famous Chartres Cathedral....

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 'Dépt. de la Côte d'Or'. Map of the French department of Cote D’Or, France. Part of France's Burgundy or Bourgogne wine region, a premier wine-growing region of Fr...

A voyage through history with an exquisite collection of Rigobert Bonne's 1770 maps, as featured in the coveted Atlas Moderne circa 1770. Each map, a cartographic treasure, captures ...

Antique map titled 'An Accurate Map of Germany (..) '. Drawn from the best Authorities by T.Kitchin Geogr." Rare edition, drawn and etched by Thomas Kitchin, published, circa 1770.

"Antique map of Spain and Portugal. Also depicts the islands Formentera, Ibiza, Mallorca and Minorca. Artists and Engravers: Engraved and publishe...

Antique Map of Douai (France) titled 'Duacum, Catuacorum Urbs, tam situ, quam incolis, et litterarum studijs elegantissime ornata'. This map depicts the city of Douai (France) an...

Antique map titled 'Mélanésie'. Map of the Pacific ocean around Australia, including Java, Timor, the Solomon Islands and New Zealand. This print or...

The map titled "GRAECIA TEMPORI MIGRATIONIS DORICAE," translates to "Greece at the Time of the Dorian Migration." This map showcases the regions of ancient Greece during the period f...

Antique map titled 'Canton Lucern (..)'. Fine decorative copper plate engraved antique map of the Canton of Lucerne in Central Switzerland with pictorial cartouche in top right corne...

Antique print, titled: 'Vera effigies et delineato Insulae Ascenstio …' - Bird's eye view of Ascension Island. Five large sailing ships in the background and flying fish and waterfowl in the foreground. On the rear an image of four ships sailing towards a whale, accompanied by fowl, flying fish and dolphins. From 'Indiae Orientalis', 1598-1604. Artists and Engravers: Made by an anonymous engraver after 'Jean Theodore de Bry...

Antique map titled 'Sumatra, Bangka, Blitoeng en de Riouw-Archipel'. Old map of West Sumatra depicting the various islands and the Strait of Malacca. This map originates from 'Atlas ...

Antique map titled 'Carte de la Mer Mediterranee en Douze Feuilles'. First map out of twelve fine engraved double-page and folding maps that join to create a large wall map...

Antique map titled 'Nieuwe Kaart van het Eyland Japan'. Rare map of Japan, it shows each of the Japanese provinces, with place names along the route from Nagasaki to Edo. The place...

Title: "Vue de Messine & de Son Détroit" This evocative print titled "Vue de Messine & de Son Détroit" presents a picturesque view of Messina and its strait, a vital waterway separa...

Antique map titled 'Staveren'. Original antique map of the city of Stavoren, Friesland, the Netherlands. This map orginates from 'Teatro del Belgio (..)', published in Frankfurt am Main in 1673 by Gualdo Priorato. Artists and Engravers: Author: Galeazzo Gualdo Priorato (1606-1678) entered military service at a very young age and served in Flanders under the Prince of Orange. After his retirement, he authored several historical accounts including the Teatro del Belgio, which described the Catholic/Protestant wars in Belgium and Netherlands during the seventeenth century. His superb plans do not show the internal layout of the cities, except for showing the locations of the major churches. Instead the emphasis is on the fortification, as well as on the surrounding site, rivers and canals...

Antique map of France titled 'Le Gouvernement de L'Isle de France'. Paris is represented by a miniature plan of the city, making it distinct from the other towns of the region which ...

Antique map titled 'La Grande Bretagne et Irlande'. Small antique map of Great Britain and Ireland. Source unknown, to be determined. Publ...

Antique print titled 'Villa Marguerite a Houlgate, Mr. E.M. Auburtin, Architecte'. This print depicts the design of a villa in France. Originates from 'La Brique et La Terre Cuite' b...

Description: Antique map titled 'Carta di una parte dell'Oceania'. Beautiful large map of the (Spice) islands of Oceania. Depicting Papua, Timor, Ceram, Gilolo and many more. Source ...

Antique print titled 'Grundris der Stadt Damiât'. This print originates from 'Reisebeschreibung nach Arabien und andern umliegenden Ländern' by C. Niebuhr, 1774.

An original hand-colored map of the Département d'Indre-et-Loire created by Victor Levasseur in 1856. As an antique steel engraved map, it showcases the detailed craftsmanship and technology of mid-19th century map making. The method of steel engraving allowed for precise and intricate details to be captured, making this map not only a navigational tool but also a work of art. The addition of outline hand colouring is particularly noteworthy. This technique, where colours are applied by hand to the engraved map, was a common practice at the time to highlight certain features such as boundaries, rivers, and cities. The hand colouring on this map would have been done meticulously, adding vibrancy and clarity to the engraved lines and making it easier to differentiate various geographical and political demarcations. The map's wide margins are characteristic of the period's presentation style, offering space for additional annotations or simply serving to frame the map aesthetically when displayed. Such margins also suggest that the map was intended for a discerning audience, possibly for educational or decorative purposes in a library or study. Victor Levasseur was renowned for his decorative maps, often embellished with artistic elements that went beyond mere geographical information. These elements could include vignettes, allegorical figures, and detailed illustrations surrounding the map itself, reflecting the cultural, historical, and economic aspects of the depicted area. While the description does not detail these decorative aspects, it's common for Levasseur's works to feature such embellishments, making his maps highly prized among collectors and historians for both their artistic value and cartographic accuracy. This map of Département d'Indre-et-Loire, with its combination of technical precision in steel engraving and the beauty of hand colouring, represents a fascinating intersection of art and science in the 19th century. It is a testament to the era's dedication to detail, craftsmanship, and the aesthetic presentation of information. The Département d'Indre-et-Loire, located in the central part of France within the region known as the Centre-Val de Loire, is rich in historical and cultural significance, with numerous important places highlighted on a map from 1856 by Victor Levasseur. Based on the region's known historical sites and cities, the following places are likely to be featured or of importance: 1. **Tours**: As the capital city of the Département d'Indre-et-Loire, Tours is a central hub of history, culture, and architecture. It is known for its old town, the Place Plumereau, Tours Cathedral, and its proximity to the Loire River, making it a likely focal point on the map. 2. **Amboise**: This town is famous for the Château d'Amboise, which is closely linked to French royal history and offers panoramic views of the Loire River. Leonardo da Vinci is buried here in the Chapel of Saint-Hubert, associated with the château. 3. **Chinon**: Known for its medieval fortress, the Château de Chinon, this town has deep historical roots, including connections to Joan of Arc and King Charles VII. The fortress and town would be significant landmarks. 4. **Villandry**: The Château de Villandry is renowned for its beautiful Renaissance gardens, which are some of the most impressive in France. While the château might be less emphasized in an 1856 map compared to cities and towns, it's an important site in the region. 5. **Loches**: This town features the Château de Loches, a medieval castle, and the Royal Lodge, noted for its Renaissance architecture. The town's history and architectural landmarks make it a place of interest. 6. **Azay-le-Rideau**: The Château d'Azay-le-Rideau is set on an island in the middle of the Indre River, showcasing the French Renaissance architectural...

Attractive and early map of the area around Venice, Italy. With South-Tirol in the North, areas of Krain (Slovenia), Croatia, Ferrara, Modena and Piacenza. In the east with areas aro...