Benelux Maps

This is a large fold-out map titled *Carte de la Troade*, measuring approximately 53.5 x 68 cm, engraved by Tardieu, and extracted from the atlas of *Voyage de la Troade, fait dans l...

This is an antique map titled "Carte de la Belgique d'après Ferraris", which translates to "Map of Belgium according to Ferraris." The map, created around 1821, covers the course of ...

Antique map of Africa titled 'Egypt and the Nile'. Old map of Africa depicting Egypt, the Nile river and surroundings. This map originates from 'The Times' ...

Antique map titled 'Kaart der Bandasche Eilanden' with a view titled 'Gezigt van het Eiland Neira en de Goening Api'. Rare and attractive map of the Banda Islands with a large view of Banda Neira and Gunung Api. One of 12 maps from ‘Atlas van Overzeesche bezittingen’ (Atlas of Oversea Possessions) by J.S. van den Bosch. J.S. van den Bosch (1780 – 1844), Major General, Knight of the 3rd Class of the Military William Order. It is a rare and visually appealing representation of the Banda Islands, a group of ten small volcanic islands in the Banda Sea, part of present-day Indonesia. The map is one of twelve from the “Atlas van Overzeesche bezittingen” (Atlas of Overseas Possessions) by J.S. van den Bosch, who was a Major General and a Knight of the Military William Order. Johannes van den Bosch, who lived from 1780 to 1844, had a significant military and administrative career, including serving as Governor-General of the Dutch East Indies. His works and collections are reflective of the Dutch colonial interest and administration in the region. The Banda Islands, depicted in this map, are particularly famous for being the sole source of nutmeg and mace before the mid-19th century. Nutmeg was highly valued in European cuisine, as a preservative, and as a medicine. The monopoly on these spices made the Banda Islands extremely important during the age of spice trade, which also led to intense colonial competition and conflict, notably between the Dutch and the British. The map itself provides a detailed topographical representation of the Banda Islands, possibly with depth soundings and navigational hazards indicated, which would have been essential information for the ships of the Dutch East India Company and other seafarers. The large view of Banda Neira and Gunung Api (literally "Fire Mountain...

Antique map titled 'Gochum vernacule Goch'. Old map of the city of Goch, Germany. This map originates from 'Novum Ac Magnum Theatrum Urbium Belgicæ Liberæ ac Foederatæ' by J. Blaeu. ...

Antique print, titled: 'Tabula Comitatus Hollandiae in Praefecturas sua distributa; cui adjuncta est Provinc. Ultraiectina et maxima pars Geldriae summo studio delin. Et aeri incidit...

Map titled "Westliche Halbkugel" (Western Hemisphere), is a copperplate engraving from 1876 by Adolf Stieler, a renowned German cartographer. Here's an expanded analysis based on the...

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 'Carte de la Germanie Ancienne'. Map of Germany. This map originates from 'Atlas universel de géographie ancienne et moderne (..)' by...

Antique map titled 'Scotland'. Original antique map of Scotland. This map originates from ‘The Imperial Atlas of Modern Geography’. Published by W. G. Blackie, 1859.

Antique Map Description and title: "Partie Occidentale de l'Empire Romain ou du Monde connu des Anciens d'Après d'Anville" Publication Details: - **Atlas Title:** Nouvel Atlas Univ...

Antique print titled 'A View of Madrid the Capital of Spain'. View of the city of Madrid, Spain. Shows figures in the foreground, pleasure boats, a bridge, the Royal Palace, parkland...

This original hand-colored map is from the "Atlas National Illustré," a work by Victor Levasseur, a French geographer and cartographer known for his richly illustrated maps. The map...

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

Antique map titled 'Siberia or Northern Asia'. Original antique map of Siberia or Northern Asia. This map originates from ‘The Imperial Atlas of Modern Geography’. Published by W. G....

The antique map titled "Gouvernement de La Guienne & Gascogne" depicts the region of Gascogne and Guyenne, known for their wine production, in France. This map is a rare edition, u...

The map provided is of the province of Girona (in Catalan, Girona), located in the northeast of Spain, within the autonomous community of Catalonia, as of the year 1902. Here are the...

Introducing a true gem for collectors and history enthusiasts alike: this rare 1889 *"Italia in Rilievo"* map by L. Roux Co. from Torino, a masterpiece of craftsmanship and car...

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

Antique Map of Arkansas from Encyclopaedia Britannica, 1875 Description: Original antique map of the U.S. state of Arkansas, published in 1875 for the...

This historical map is of Palencia, a province in the northern part of Spain. Palencia is situated within the autonomous community of Castilla y León. It is bordered by the provinc...

Antique map titled 'Indes IVe Feuille'. Very decorative original antique map of the East Indies. Covbers from the Gulf of Siam (Gulf of Thailand) and Malacca (Malaysia) eastward to i...

Het huis Rechteren.' (Rechteren Castle.) This Castle is situated in the province of Overijssel in Dalfsen. The castle was built in the 14th century by Herman van Voorst. Other well k...

This map titled "Guyane" is part of the France Pittoresque series and provides a detailed view of French Guiana along with a plan of the city of Cayenne. Features: - The map showcases the broader region of French Guiana, indicating key rivers, settlements, and the coastline along the Atlantic Ocean. - To the left, there's an inset labeled "Plan de la Ville de Cayenne", which shows the street layout, squares, and main buildings of the capital city, Cayenne. This inset provides a more detailed view of the urban area, highlighting its geometric grid layout near the coast. - The larger map outlines geographical features such as rivers (e.g., Oyapock and Maroni), forests, and territories in the surrounding area, including the neighboring Brazilian Empire...

The map is titled "Île et Banc de Terre-Neuve avec les Îles St. Pierre et Miquelon", depicting Newfoundland and the French islands of St. Pierre and Miquelon. It is from the Petit Atlas National series. Features: - The map is divided into two sections: 1. The left side shows Newfoundland (Terre-Neuve) and its surrounding waters, including important locations such as the Île du Cap Breton and Grand Bank fishing areas. 2. The right side focuses on St. Pierre and Miquelon, a French overseas territory near Newfoundland. - Administrative divisions and key geographic features, such as capes, bays, and towns, are labeled on the map. Historical Context: - This map is part of a collection meant to showcase France's overseas colonies and territories, including the small but significant St. Pierre and Miquelon, which has been under French control for centuries and was a critical fishing and trading hub. - The Petit Atlas National series was typically published in the early 19th century, and this map likely dates from the same period, around 1815–1820. Here the text transalated: Here is the translation of the text from French to English: --- **NOTICE.** The islands of St. Pierre and Miquelon, the only remaining French possession in this part of America since the loss of Canada, are located a few miles from the southern coast of Newfoundland, which belongs to the English. Their relatively fertile soil is broken up by hills that give rise to small streams. **Grande Miquelon**, the northernmost of the two islands, has a circumference of about 9 to 10 leagues. It offers a convenient port for fishing boats. **Petite Miquelon**, to the south of Grande Miquelon, has a circumference of about 6 leagues. It is well-watered and well-wooded. **Saint Pierre**, to the south-southwest of the two other islands, presents a somewhat similar appearance but is devoid of trees. Although it is the smallest of the three islands, it is the most important due to the size of its harbor, which can accommodate 30 to 40 ships of various sizes, and because of its favorable coastline for the preparation, preservation, and export of cod. On its eastern coast, at the bottom of a beautiful bay, lies the town of Saint Pierre, the only notable settlement on the three islands. It is the residence of a naval officer who, under the title of Commander, governs the colony. The permanent population is about 2,000 souls, of which 800 reside in Saint Pierre. However, sailors come to the islands from the coasts of Brittany and Normandy during the cod fishing season on the Grand Banks of Newfoundland and the Gulf of St. Lawrence. In 1833, it was estimated that about 14,000 sailors were employed in this fishery, and the purchase of supplies required by the colony was valued at over one million francs. --- This translation reflects the original notice describing the French islands of St. Pierre and Miquelon, with details about their geography, population, and economic activities related to the fishing industry. People searching for maps or information about Newfoundland and the French islands of St. Pierre and Miquelon use the following keywords: 1. Newfoundland map...

Antique map titled 'Polynesia and Australasia'. It shows Australia (New Holland), part of Asia, New Zealand and many islands. This map originates from 'Encyclopedia Londinensis'.

Title: Asiae Peninsula sive Asia Intra Taurum by Christoph Weigel, Circa 1720 – Decorative Antique Map of Cyprus and Asia Minor Description: Thi...

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...

Antique map titled 'Insularum Britannicarum Tabula'. Interesting small map of the British Isles by Wells. This map originates from 'Oikumenes Periegesis, sive, Dionysii Geographia em...

Antique map titled 'Carte pour l'Intelligence de l'Histoire d'Angleterre (..)'. Decorative map showing the British Isles and the various regions conquered in Europe. Includese two elaborate family trees for the House of York...

This map, titled "PONTUS EUXINUS," depicts the Black Sea region, historically known as the Pontus Euxinus. The Black Sea was central to ancient trade routes and cultural exchange, bo...

The map is titled "ORBIS TERRARUM post proelium Corupedinse," which translates to "The World after the Battle of Corupedium." This battle, which took place in 281 BC in Lydia, was th...

"Exquisite 1580 Ortelius Map of the Narbonne Coastal Region, France" Description of the Map: This map is an intricate copper etching from Abraham Ortelius's esteemed "Theatrum Orbi...

Antique print titled 'Plan des Thermes de Titus Partie Superieure'. Plan of the underground areas of the Baths of Titus. The Baths of Titus or Thermae Titi were public baths (Thermae) built in 81 AD at Rome, by Roman emperor Titus...

Circa 1659 Johannes Blaeu Map: Ducatus Silesiae Ligniciensis, Legnica Region This hand-colored map from circa 1659 by Johannes Blaeu, titled "Ducatus Silesiae Ligniciensis," depicts the region centered around Legnica (Lignitz) in southwestern Poland. It extends to include the cities of Lublin, Jawor, and Lwówek Śląski. The map features decorative elements such as a title cartouche adorned with a putto, garlands of fruit, and birds, and a distance scale cartouche that includes a hunter with his dogs. This map is dedicated to Georgius Rodulfus, the Duke of Silesia, by Ionas Scultetus, reflecting the map's historical context and noble patronage. It includes Spanish text on the verso, indicating publication between 1659 and 1672. Measuring 20.9 inches wide by 16.3 inches high, the map is in excellent condition with a sharp impression, full contemporary color, and a large watermark of the god Atlas. Minor details include a bit of printer's ink residue at the right and slight marginal soiling. Keywords: - Johannes Blaeu map - Silesia historical map - Legnica (Lignitz) map - 17th-century Poland map...

Circa 1659 Blaeu Family Map: Glogau and the Odra River Valley, Silesia This hand-colored map from circa 1659 by the Blaeu Family, titled "Ducatus Silesiae Glogani Vera Delineatio," provides a detailed view of the Odra River valley in western Poland, centered around the city of Glogau. The map, based on the work of Silesian cartographer Jonas Scultetus, is oriented with north to the left. It intricately details forests, rivers, lakes, and numerous small villages. A large decorative title cartouche features an ornate coat of arms and a key to the map's symbols. The bottom right includes a finely crafted scale of miles cartouche, adorned with calipers and a pair of falcons. Published between 1659 and 1672, the map has Spanish text on the verso. Measuring 19.9 inches wide by 16.4 inches high, it is in good condition with full contemporary color on a bright sheet, a watermark of the god Atlas, some marginal soiling, and a few short tears along the edges. Keywords: - Blaeu Family map - Silesia historical map - Glogau map - Odra River valley - 17th-century Poland map - Jonas Scultetus - Decorative cartouches - Historical cartography - Antique maps of Poland...

Antique map titled 'Kaart van Zuid Braband (..).' Uncommon map showing the province of Zuid-Brabant in Belgium. Source unknown, to be determined. Artists and Engravers: Daniel Vee...

The map titled "Ducatus olim Episcopatus Bremensis et ostiorum Albis et Visurgis Fluviorum novissima Descriptio" by Johannes Janssonius provides a rich historical and geographical il...

Antique map titled 'Australia and New Zealand'. Unusual edition of this map of Australia and New Zealand, on very thin paper and multiple folding lines. Source unknown, to be determi...

Antique map titled 'Polynesia or Islands in the Pacific Ocean'. This map depicts various islands including the Lousiade Archipelago, Tahiti, Pitcairn Island, Juan Fernandez, The lo...

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

This orignal antique map is a historical depiction of the province of Barcelona from 1901. It showcases the varied terrain of the province, with the Serra de Collserola ridge near the city of Barcelona and the Pyrenees to the north. The map includes the coastline along the Mediterranean Sea, indicating Barcelona's position as a coastal province. Blue lines indicate rivers, such as the Llobregat and Besòs, which are significant features in the province's geography. Dotted lines may signify the borders of the province within Catalonia. The coat of arms of Barcelona, highlighted with gold, is prominently displayed, featuring the Cross of Saint George (Cruz de Sant Jordi), the patron saint of Catalonia, and the red and yellow bars which are a symbol of the Aragonese and Catalan heritage. About the province of Barcelona: The province of Barcelona is part of the autonomous community of Catalonia in northeastern Spain. It is the most economically significant region of Catalonia, playing a crucial role in the country's economy due to its port, manufacturing, and service industries. The city of Barcelona is the capital and the second most populous city in Spain, known for its rich cultural heritage, architecture by Antoni Gaudí, such as the Sagrada Família, and its influential art scene. The province enjoys a Mediterranean climate and features diverse landscapes from the beaches along the coast to the mountains in the interior. Barcelona is also known for its vibrant festivals, cuisine, fashion, and sports, particularly football, being home to FC Barcelona...

Antique map titled 'Colonies Françaises (en Amerique). Detailed map of the island of Guadeloupe in the Caribbean Sea, with decorative frame containing views of the island. This map o...

Antique print Batavia titled 'De Reede van Batavia'. Beautiful view of the sea near Batavia (Jakarta, Indonesia), with several ships lying at anchor. Artists and Engravers: Ma...

Antique print, titled: 'Amara in Africa.' Caption above the image reads: 'Ex bello Pax' (From War comes Peace). A lance is used as a roost for chickens. In the background the cit...

Antique map titled 'Partie Orientale de l'Ile de Mascareigne'. This map shows the region of the Piton de la Fournaise, a Shield Volcano on Eastern Réunion Island...

Description: Antique map titled 'Carte de l'Isle St. Christophe pour Servir a l'Histoire Genle. des Voyages.' Detailed map of the Island of St. Kitts, showing the Parishes, towns, ...

The map provided is of the province of Huesca, located in the northeastern part of Spain, within the autonomous community of Aragon, as of the year 1901. Here are some of the key fea...

Antique map titled 'Carte pour Servir a l' Histoire Philosophique et Politique des Etablissemens et du Commerce des Europeens dans les deux Indes'. This map is roughly centered o...

Antique map titled 'Belgii Regii Accuratissima Tabula Pluribus Locis Recens Emen'. Large map of Belgium and Northern France. Published by F. de Wit, circa 1680.

Antique map titled 'Regionis quae est circa Londinum specialis repraesentatio (..)' Very detailed map showing the area from Essex to Surrey and shows a lovely view of London with a high level of detail, stretching from Old London Bridge...

The map is of "Independent Tartary," a historical region in Central Asia that covered parts of what are now Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, and surrounding areas. The map was p...

Antique map titled 'Comitatuum Hannoniae et Namurci Descriptio'. Old map of the region of Hainaut and Namur, France. Published by J. Janssonius, circa 1640.

Antique map titled 'Artesia Comitatus Artois'. Map of Artois or Artesia, France. Artois is former province located in the northwestern part of France, boarding Belgium (Flanders)...

Vintage map titled 'Volgens het vijfjarig Werkplan te verbeteren Rijkswegen en nieuw aan te leggen wegen welke voorkomen op het Rijkswegenplan'. Map of the Netherlands...

Antique map titled 'Spain & Portugal.' Map of Spain and Portugal. From Thomson's 'New General Atlas', 1815. Artists and Engravers: Made by 'J. & G. Menzies'. Publisher: John Thomson ...

Antique map titled 'Dépt. du Pas de Calais'. Map of the French department of Calais, France. This area is known for producing Maroilles, a soft cheese made from cow’s milk and with a...

Antique map titled ‘L’Asie‘. This is an original antique map of Asia, by Hérisson, taken from atlas ""Nouv. Abrége de Géographie"". An engraved map with coloring of Asia from the Mid...

Antique map titled 'Dominion of Canada'. Original antique map of Canada. With inset maps of Niagara, Montreal, Quebec. This map originates from t...

Antique map titled 'Kaart van de Goud-Kust of Kust van Guina'. A rare and attractive early 19th century Dutch map of the Dutch Gold Coast. The Dutch Gold Co...