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British Possessions in the Mediterranean, 1851

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Map of the British Possessions in the Mediterranean, 1851 by John Tallis

This map is one of the celebrated decorative plates from John Tallis’s Illustrated Atlas (published c.1849–1853). While Tallis was the publisher, the cartographic work itself was typically drawn and engraved by John Rapkin, with vignette illustrations by H. Winkles.

This beautifully detailed map features Gibraltar, Malta & Gozo, Corfu, Cephalonia, Ithaca, Zante, and other Ionian Islands. The engraving includes decorative borders and elegant vignette views depicting notable harbours and landscapes such as Gibraltar, Valletta, Corfu, and Ithac. These ornamental designs define the Tallis style.

CLARE, 1776 By Samuel Lewis

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Map of Clare, (Ireland) year 1776

Rich in historical character, this map offers a fascinating glimpse into how Clare was understood and recorded in the late 18th century.

Featuring finely engraved detail, the map highlights towns, coastal outlines, waterways, and regional features as they were known at the time.

Originally drawn by R. Creighton and engraved by John Dower for Samuel Lewis’ renowned Topographical Dictionary of Ireland. This faithful modern edition preserves every line and detail of the Victorian original, while offering the clarity, vibrancy, and durability of contemporary archival printing.

ANTRIM, 1846 — Lewis Topographical Dictionary

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Map of Antrim, (Ireland) year 1846

Add a touch of historic elegance to your wall with this beautifully crafted reproduction of the 1846 map of County Antrim, originally drawn by R. Creighton and engraved by John Dower for Samuel Lewis’ renowned Topographical Dictionary of Ireland. This faithful modern edition preserves every line and detail of the Victorian original, while offering the clarity, vibrancy, and durability of contemporary archival printing.

MAYO, 1846 — Lewis Topographical Dictionary

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Map of Mayo (Ireland), year 1846

Discover a beautifully piece of Irish cartographic history with this 1846 reproduction map of County Mayo, created to accompany Samuel Lewis’ Topographical Dictionary of Ireland. This historical map was drawn by R. Creighton and engraved by John Dower, two of the most respected mapmakers of the period. It originally appeared in Lewis’s Atlas comprising the Counties of Ireland, published in London.

DONEGAL, 1846 — Lewis Topographical Dictionary

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Map of Donegal (Ireland), year 1846

Bring 19th‑century Ireland into your home with this beautifully map reproduction 1846 of County Donegal, originally created for Samuel Lewis’s Topographical Dictionary of Ireland. Drawn by the celebrated cartographer R. Creighton and engraved by John Dower, this historic piece captures the rugged landscapes, townlands, and coastal contours of Donegal as they were seen in the mid‑Victorian era.

The map has intricate detailing showing baronies, towns, villages, rivers, mountains, coastal features, and administrative boundaries.

Hand‑coloured outline style, a characteristic of 19th‑century engraving craftsmanship.

DAMASCUS, 1912 — By Wagner & Debes, Leipzig

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Map of Damascus, year 1912

Explore the rich history of early 20th‑century Syria with this 1912 colour tourist map of Damascus and its surroundings, produced by the renowned Leipzig‑based cartographic firm Wagner & Debes.

Originally published for Karl Baedeker’s celebrated travellers’ handbooks, this map offers a finely detailed look at Damascus and its immediate environs, capturing the historic city layout, major roads, rivers, key neighbourhoods, and surrounding geographical features.

The map highlights Damascus’ central districts and broader regional connections, making it an exceptional example of pre‑World War I Middle Eastern cartography.

Sourced from the 1912 edition of Palestine & Syria, with routes through Mesopotamia and Babylonia and the Island of Cyprus, this map remains a valuable historical artefact—perfect for collectors, researchers, and admirers of Levantine history. It also makes a striking decorative piece suitable for framing.

Engraved & printed by Wagner & Debes, Leipzig. Drawn by H.Kiepert

Great Britain & Ireland, 1747 by Emanuel Bowen

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Map of Great Britain & Ireland, 1747 by Emanuel Bowen

A reprint of a New and Accurate Map of Great Britain & Ireland, together with their respective Islands. This map was part of the book “A Complete System of Geography”.

Beautifully engraved and richly detailed, the map depicts England, Scotland, Wales, Ireland, and their surrounding islands, drawn from the latest surveys and “the most approved maps and charts” of the time. A striking ornamental cartouche adorns the sheet, accompanied by two decorative views and compass roses, showcasing Bowen’s renowned artistic flair. Relief is shown pictorially, and coastlines, towns, rivers, and major geographical features are carefully rendered.

Bowen’s maps are treasured for their accuracy, clarity, and elegant design. As one of the foremost map engravers of his era, Bowen produced some of the finest and most influential maps of the 18th century, working with the leading cartographic minds of his time.

COPENHAGEN, 1837 — S.D.U.K. (Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge)

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Map of Copenhagem, year 1837

A finely detailed 19th‑century city map drawn by W.B. Clarke and engraved by J. Henshall

Bring a piece of Danish history into your collection with this beautifully 1837 reproduction map of Copenhagen, created by the S.D.U.K. (Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge). Known for their commitment to producing accurate and accessible cartographic works, the S.D.U.K. issued this map as part of their acclaimed series “A Series of Maps, Modern and Ancient.”

This elegant city plan captures Copenhagen in remarkable detail—from Freetown Christiania across to Frederiksberg Have—showcasing its streets, squares, monuments, towers, parks, and waterways with exceptional clarity. At the bottom of the map, you’ll find a charming profile (panoramic) view of the city, offering a rare perspective from the early 19th century.

Drawn by: W.B. Clarke
Engraved by: J. Henshall
Published by: Baldwin & Cradock
Date: 1837

Perfect for lovers of Scandinavian history, antique map collectors, or anyone seeking a timeless decorative piece, this map is both visually captivating and historically significant.

The British Isles, Geological Map, 1906

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Map of the British Isles, Geological Map, 1906

From the Victoria Regina Atlas (Political, Physical & Astronomical)

Add a striking piece of scientific and cartographic history to your collection with this reproduction of the 1906 Geological Map of the British Isles, first published by W. & A.K. Johnston Ltd. of Edinburgh and London. Produced for the prestigious Victoria Regina Atlas, this map showcases the Johnston firm’s signature high‑quality colour lithography and meticulous geological detailing.

The map shows geological formations across England, Scotland, Wales, and Ireland, with clearly defined strata, relief shown by hachures, and precise colour keys representing major geological periods.

Basin of the Baltic, 1911

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Map of Basin of the Baltic

Discover a beautifully detailed 1911 antique map reproduction of the Baltic Basin, published by W. & A.K. Johnston as part of Keith Johnston’s General Atlas, 1911

This historical map captures the geopolitical and geographic landscape of the early 20th‑century Baltic region.

The map depicts the Baltic Sea and its surrounding territories, including areas of Lithuania, Sweden, Poland, and Russia. Prominent cities such as St. Petersburg (Russia) and Danzig—known today as Gdańsk, Poland—are clearly marked, reflecting their strategic importance at the time.

Ideal for collectors, historians, and admirers of European cartography, this map combines elegant engraving with precise geographical detail, making it a standout addition to any collection or wall display.