Compass Rose Collection

VIRGINIA MAP, 1612. Captain John Smiths map of Virginia, 1612

Map of Sicily region, by Joan Blaeu
Cartography, Italy, 17th century. Map of Sicily region, by Joan Blaeu

Map of Eden and Mount Ararat, copperplate engraving, published 1774
A Map of the Situation of the Garden of Eden as also of Mount Ararat whereon the Ark rested. Copperplate engraving, published in 1774

cartography, compass rose, indian ocean, map, melanesia, mercator projection, micronesia, new zealand, no people, oceania, pacific ocean, political map, polynesia, tropic of capricorn, australia

Atlas compass, 16th century
Atlas compass in a 1544 copy of the Agnese Atlas. Several copies of this atlas were produced between 1536 and 1564, in Venice, by the Italian mapmaker Battista Agnese

Map of India and Indian Ocean, from Miller Atlas by Pedro and Jorge Reinel, Lopo Homen
Cartography, 16th century. Map of India and Indian Ocean, from Miller Atlas, by Pedro and Jorge Reinel, Lopo Homen (cartographers) and Antonio de Holanda (miniaturist), 1519

Map of California shown as an island, c 1650. Creator: Johannes Vingboons
Map of California shown as an island, c 1650. This map from around 1650 shows California as an island. A half-century would pass before Spanish explorers determined with certainty that California was

Map of the mining district of California, 1850. Creator: William A. Jackson
Map of the mining district of California, 1850. The California gold rush of 1849 began with the strikes at Sutter's Mill on the American River near Sacramento

Map of the mining district of California, 1851. Creator: William A. Jackson
Map of the mining district of California, 1851. This map, produced in two parts in the early years after the California Gold Rush of 1849

Aquamarine watercolor map of the United Kingdom
Rosana Laiz Blursbyai

Sepia map of the United Kingdom
Rosana Laiz Blursbyai

Taupe map of the United Kingdom
Rosana Laiz Blursbyai

Classic world map in watercolor, Piper
Rosana Laiz Blursbyai

Classic world map in watercolor, Therese
Rosana Laiz Blursbyai

Pink watercolor world map with cities, Alheli
Rosana Laiz Blursbyai

Grayscale watercolor world map with cities, Rylan
Rosana Laiz Blursbyai

Map of the Coast of Flanders, Normandy and England, 1580-81 (engraving)
7415458 Map of the Coast of Flanders, Normandy and England, 1580-81 (engraving) by Doetecum, Joannes van (1530-1605); 32 -- 51.2 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Map of the English coast between the Isle of Wight and Dover, 1580-83 (engraving)
7415468 Map of the English coast between the Isle of Wight and Dover, 1580-83 (engraving) by Doetecum, Joannes van (1530-1605); 32.5 -- 51.0 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Map of the South England coast between the Isle of Wight and Dover, 1580-83 (engraving)
7415466 Map of the South England coast between the Isle of Wight and Dover, 1580-83 (engraving) by Doetecum, Joannes van (1530-1605); 32.5 -- 50.8 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Map part of the coast of Norway and Sweden, 1580-83 (engraving)
7415471 Map part of the coast of Norway and Sweden, 1580-83 (engraving) by Doetecum, Joannes van (1530-1605); 33-- 51.5 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Map of the coast of Norway and Sweden between Merdoy and Uddevalla, 1580-83 (engraving)
7415469 Map of the coast of Norway and Sweden between Merdoy and Uddevalla, 1580-83 (engraving) by Doetecum, Joannes van (1530-1605); 33 -- 51.5 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Map of the North coast of England near Newcastle upon Tyne, 1580-83 (engraving)
7415467 Map of the North coast of England near Newcastle upon Tyne, 1580-83 (engraving) by Doetecum, Joannes van (1530-1605); 33 -- 51.3 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Map of the countries around the Arctic Circle with the three voyages of the Dutch in 1598, 1878 (litho)
7415818 Map of the countries around the Arctic Circle with the three voyages of the Dutch in 1598, 1878 (litho) by Doetechum, Baptista van (active 1583-1611) (after) ; 43.5 x 56.5 cm; Rijksmuseum

Map of the coast of Sweden between Kalmar and Stockholm, 1580-83 (engraving)
7415470 Map of the coast of Sweden between Kalmar and Stockholm, 1580-83 (engraving) by Doetecum, Joannes van (1530-1605); 33 -- 50.7 cm; Rijksprentenkabinet, Amsterdam

Dutch Trade Map of the Baltic Sea
Dutch Trade map of the Baltic Sea (hand-coloured engraving) During the last decades of the 16th century and throughout the 17th century Dutch merchants

View of the Siege of Gibraltar in 1704 (w / c on paper)
CHT176885 View of the Siege of Gibraltar in 1704 (w/c on paper) by French School, (18th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright

The Arrival of Vice-Admiral Wybrandt Van Warwijcks Flotilla at the South East Port
CHT169419 The Arrival of Vice-Admiral Wybrandt Van Warwijcks Flotilla at the South East Port of Mauritius in September 1598 (engraving) by Dutch School, (16th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Map of Florida and Cuba by Jacques Le Moyne, 1591 (engraving)
3036188 Map of Florida and Cuba by Jacques Le Moyne, 1591 (engraving) by Le Moyne, Jacques (de Morgues) (1533-88); (add.info.: Map of Florida and Cuba by Jacques Le Moyne (French, c)

Map waters Stockholm area New Paskaert Liet Stockholm
Map of the waters in the Stockholm area New Paskaert of the Liet in Stockholm. Where to sien is all Hunne Eylanden Reefs and Cliffs seer Naukuerigh on Frame and of Many Mistakes Verbeetert

Portugal, Azores, Sao Jorge Island, Topo. Ponta do Topo, compass rose mosaic

Part of Captain John Smiths map of New England, 17th century (c1880). A print from Cassells History of the United States, by Edmund Ollier, Volume I, Cassell Petter and Galpin, London, c1880

compass rose, equator, indian ocean, international dateline, map, melanesia, micronesia, new zealand, no people, oceania, pacific ocean, polynesia, relief map, topography, tropic of capricorn

MAGELLAN COMPASS. An early 16th century compass depicted in Antonio Pigafetta s
MAGELLAN COMPASS. An early 16th century compass depicted in Antonio Pigafettas published account of Magellans circumnavigation of the earth

COMPASS ROSE, c1645. Windrose from a printed map by Jan Blaeu

Peruvian Incan cosmogram, representing the sun as the center, the condors of the compass points
INCAN UNIVERSE. Peruvian Incan cosmogram, representing the sun as the center, the condors of the compass points, and the circle of the horizon

Renaissance compass rose, artwork. A compass rose is a figure on a compass, map, nautical chart, or monument that is used to display the orientation of the cardinal directions - North, East

Passport card southern part Aegean Sea Crete Archipelago Agusche Eylanden
Passport card of the southern part of the Aegean Sea with Crete Archipelago Agusche Eylanden (title on object), Passport card of the southern part of the Aegean Sea with Crete

Passport card southeastern part Aegean Sea Archipelagusche Eylanden
Passport card of the southeastern part of the Aegean Sea Archipelagusche Eylanden (title on object), Passport card of the southeastern part of the Aegean Sea

Pass card part coast Brazil Uruguay Argentina Pass card
Pass card of part of the coast of Brazil, Uruguay and Argentina Pass card of the sea coasts of, Brazil, between IS Catharina, and CS Anthonio (title on object)

Passport card Bermuda Passport card I La Barmuda
Passport card from Bermuda Passport card from I. La Barmuda other Sommer Ilands in large (title on object), Passport card from Bermuda, with a compass rose, the North is above

Passport map Canary Islands New Pascaert Carnarisse Eylande
Passport map of the Canary Islands New Pascaert of all the Carnarisse Eylande (title on object), Maritime map of the Canary Islands. With a compass rose, the North is on the left

Map West Coast Brittany New Sea Map Van t Ras
Map of the West Coast of Brittany New Sea Map Van t Ras of Conquest and Fonteny Embracing the West Cust of Bretaigne with the by laying Eylanden (title on object)

Passport card Channel England France part 3 New Sea chart
Passport card of the Channel between England and France, part 3 New Sea chart of the third Part of the Canal between England and Vrankryk (title on object), Pass card of part of The Channel

Pass card river Gironde Bordeaux Pass card Garomne
Pass card from the river Gironde to Bordeaux Pass card from Garomne. or Bordeaux River. (title on object), Passport card from the river Gironde to Bordeaux, with a compass rose, the North is below

Passport card Channel England France part 1 New Sea chart
Passport card of the Channel between England and France, part 1 New Sea chart of the First Portion of t Canal between England and Vrankryk (title on object), Pass card of a portion of The Channel

Passport card part coast Norway Jutland New Pascaert
Passport card from part of the coast of Norway and Jutland New Pascaert from Jutlandt Van t Jutsche Riff, up to the hoeck of Schagen as well as part of the Cust of Norway

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"Exploring the World through Compass Rose: A Journey of Cartographic Marvels" Embark on a captivating voyage through time and space as we unravel the intricate beauty of compass roses adorning historical maps. Let us begin our expedition with Captain John Smith's remarkable Virginia Map from 1612, where the delicate compass rose guides us to uncharted territories. Venturing further, we encounter Joan Blaeu's Sicily region map, adorned with an exquisite compass rose that beckons explorers to navigate its shores. The allure continues with a copperplate engraving published in 1774 depicting Eden and Mount Ararat, showcasing a meticulously crafted compass rose guiding seekers towards paradise. As we delve deeper into cartography's rich tapestry, the Indian Ocean unfolds before our eyes. Melanesia emerges on Mercator projection maps while an Atlas compass from the 16th century stands as a testament to mankind's insatiable curiosity for discovery. Our journey takes an enthralling turn towards India and the Indian Ocean as depicted in Pedro and Jorge Reinel's Miller Atlas from 1519. Here, a masterful blend of cartography meets artistry under Antonio de Holanda’s skilled hand; their creation showcases a mesmerizing compass rose leading intrepid travelers across vast oceans. Returning closer to home, aquamarine watercolor washes over United Kingdom maps evoking coastal charm while sepia tones evoke nostalgia for bygone eras. Meanwhile, taupe hues lend sophistication to these depictions of British landscapes. In this kaleidoscope of exploration, classic world maps painted in vibrant watercolors by Piper or Therese transport us across continents – each adorned with their own unique interpretation of the timeless compass rose symbolizing direction amidst boundless possibilities. Finally, Alheli presents us with her pink watercolor world map embellished with cities – an artistic marvel that reminds us how even within modernity lies room for creativity and wonder.