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The World Collection

Exploring the vast tapestry of our world through the lens of time, these vintage maps take us on a captivating journey

Background imageThe World Collection: Blue map of USA and the Caribbean sea

Blue map of USA and the Caribbean sea
Rosana Laiz Blursbyai

Background imageThe World Collection: Old Map of the World 1980

Old Map of the World 1980
WMY1980

Background imageThe World Collection: Old Map of the World 1963

Old Map of the World 1963
WMY1963

Background imageThe World Collection: Old Map of the World 1914

Old Map of the World 1914
WMY1914

Background imageThe World Collection: Old Map of the World 1988

Old Map of the World 1988
WMY1988

Background imageThe World Collection: Old Map of The World 1881

Old Map of The World 1881
Irish Land War (1879-1882); home rule movement led by Parnell. End of First Boer War (1880-1881). French establish a protectorate in Tunisia

Background imageThe World Collection: Old Map of the World 1982

Old Map of the World 1982
WMY1982

Background imageThe World Collection: Old Map of the World on Mercators Projection 1851 Showing the Voyages of Captain Cook by John Tallis

Old Map of the World on Mercators Projection 1851 Showing the Voyages of Captain Cook by John Tallis
A fine facimile artworked from an antique original map of The World on Mercators Projection Showing the Voyages of Capatain Cook

Background imageThe World Collection: Gallivanting

Gallivanting
Rosana Laiz Blursbyai

Background imageThe World Collection: Old Map of the World 1945

Old Map of the World 1945
WMY1945

Background imageThe World Collection: Old Map of the World 1940

Old Map of the World 1940
WMY1940

Background imageThe World Collection: Old Map of the World 1958

Old Map of the World 1958
WMY1958

Background imageThe World Collection: Inscription in North Pacific Ocean, c.1860 (papier mache, wood, metal, plaster, paper, varnish)

Inscription in North Pacific Ocean, c.1860 (papier mache, wood, metal, plaster, paper, varnish, hand-coloured)
7339254 Inscription in North Pacific Ocean, c.1860 (papier mache, wood, metal, plaster, paper, varnish, hand-coloured, copper plate engraved) by Newton

Background imageThe World Collection: ASTRONOMY Geocentric system, 13th century (engraving)

ASTRONOMY Geocentric system, 13th century (engraving)
7272463 ASTRONOMY Geocentric system, 13th century (engraving); (add.info.: ASTRONOMY Geocentric system 'The Earth is immovable at the center of the Universe between the Sun)

Background imageThe World Collection: A machine for showing the motions of the earth and phases of the moon, 1746 (pen, ink, wash)

A machine for showing the motions of the earth and phases of the moon, 1746 (pen, ink, wash)
7341586 A machine for showing the motions of the earth and phases of the moon, 1746 (pen, ink, wash) by Ferguson, James (1710-76); 51x36.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageThe World Collection: Perception of the Christian world, 12th century (low relief)

Perception of the Christian world, 12th century (low relief)
8617814 Perception of the Christian world, 12th century (low relief); Cite de l'architecture et du patrimoine, Paris, France; (add.info.: Basilica Mary Magdalenein Vezelay)

Background imageThe World Collection: 'Le Theatre du Monde', 1638-40 (engraving)

'Le Theatre du Monde', 1638-40 (engraving)
7340645 'Le Theatre du Monde', 1638-40 (engraving) by Blaeu, Willem (1571-1638); 23.7x39.1 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageThe World Collection: The solar system.Theory of the seasons. 1865 (engraving)

The solar system.Theory of the seasons. 1865 (engraving)
8766902 The solar system.Theory of the seasons. 1865 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: The solar system.Theory of the seasons.Engraved by J)

Background imageThe World Collection: Sphere and stand, c.1890 (plaster, printed lithography, varnish, papier mache, brass, wood, paper)

Sphere and stand, c.1890 (plaster, printed lithography, varnish, papier mache, brass, wood, paper, ink)
7339588 Sphere and stand, c.1890 (plaster, printed lithography, varnish, papier mache, brass, wood, paper, ink) by Johnston, Alexander Keith (1804-71); 24.4x23.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageThe World Collection: Inscription in South Pacific Ocean, c.1725 (papier mache, plaster, copper plate engraved, varnish)

Inscription in South Pacific Ocean, c.1725 (papier mache, plaster, copper plate engraved, varnish, brass, wood, paper)
7339587 Inscription in South Pacific Ocean, c.1725 (papier mache, plaster, copper plate engraved, varnish, brass, wood, paper, hand-coloured) by Valk

Background imageThe World Collection: Cartouche in North Pacific Ocean, c.1880 (printed silk, metal, cotton)

Cartouche in North Pacific Ocean, c.1880 (printed silk, metal, cotton)
7339253 Cartouche in North Pacific Ocean, c.1880 (printed silk, metal, cotton) by Betts, John (19th century); 8x8 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageThe World Collection: Cosmosphere, 1824 (glass, brass, papier mache, hand-coloured, plaster, printed paper)

Cosmosphere, 1824 (glass, brass, papier mache, hand-coloured, plaster, printed paper)
7339250 Cosmosphere, 1824 (glass, brass, papier mache, hand-coloured, plaster, printed paper) by Cary, William (c.1760-1825); 48.4x24.3x24.3 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageThe World Collection: Diagram of Meteorology, displaying the various phenomena of the atmosphere, 1846-60 (engraving)

Diagram of Meteorology, displaying the various phenomena of the atmosphere, 1846-60 (engraving)
7340562 Diagram of Meteorology, displaying the various phenomena of the atmosphere, 1846-60 (engraving) by Reynolds, James (fl.c.1846-60) & Emslie

Background imageThe World Collection: Explore world map with cities, Valrie

Explore world map with cities, Valrie
Rosana Laiz Blursbyai

Background imageThe World Collection: Watercolor world map with cities, Uyen

Watercolor world map with cities, Uyen
Rosana Laiz Blursbyai

Background imageThe World Collection: Watercolor world map with cities, Gina

Watercolor world map with cities, Gina
Rosana Laiz Blursbyai

Background imageThe World Collection: Watercolor world map with cities, Keahi

Watercolor world map with cities, Keahi
Rosana Laiz Blursbyai

Background imageThe World Collection: Watercolor world map with cities, Zadie

Watercolor world map with cities, Zadie
Rosana Laiz Blursbyai

Background imageThe World Collection: World map with outlined countries, Jacq

World map with outlined countries, Jacq
Rosana Laiz Blursbyai

Background imageThe World Collection: The Earth and its Atmosphere, 1846-60 (engraving)

The Earth and its Atmosphere, 1846-60 (engraving)
7340564 The Earth and its Atmosphere, 1846-60 (engraving) by Reynolds, James (fl.c.1846-60) & Emslie, John (1813-75); 29.2x23.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageThe World Collection: Terrestrial table globe, 1845 (cardboard, plaster, paper, varnish, brass, wood, hand-coloured)

Terrestrial table globe, 1845 (cardboard, plaster, paper, varnish, brass, wood, hand-coloured, copper plate engraved)
7342402 Terrestrial table globe, 1845 (cardboard, plaster, paper, varnish, brass, wood, hand-coloured, copper plate engraved, iron) by Malby (fl.1869); 46x30.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageThe World Collection: Vue du Rutli (watercolour)

Vue du Rutli (watercolour)
7342116 Vue du Rutli (watercolour) by Karth, M. Nicolas (fl.1864); 20.1x29.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: M)

Background imageThe World Collection: Planetarium, detail, c.1825 (brass, glass, gilt brass, enamel, engraved)

Planetarium, detail, c.1825 (brass, glass, gilt brass, enamel, engraved)
7339590 Planetarium, detail, c.1825 (brass, glass, gilt brass, enamel, engraved) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); 28x17 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageThe World Collection: Cartouche in North Pacific Ocean, c.1795 (papier mache, copper plate engraved, brass, wood, paper)

Cartouche in North Pacific Ocean, c.1795 (papier mache, copper plate engraved, brass, wood, paper)
7339257 Cartouche in North Pacific Ocean, c.1795 (papier mache, copper plate engraved, brass, wood, paper) by Bardin, William (18th century); 40x44x30.4 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageThe World Collection: Cartouche in North Pacific Ocean, 1776-79 (papier mache, wood, plaster, varnish, metal)

Cartouche in North Pacific Ocean, 1776-79 (papier mache, wood, plaster, varnish, metal, embossed paper, brass, paint)
7339207 Cartouche in North Pacific Ocean, 1776-79 (papier mache, wood, plaster, varnish, metal, embossed paper, brass, paint, copper plate engraved, hand-coloured) by Lane

Background imageThe World Collection: Old Map of the World 1939

Old Map of the World 1939
WMY1939

Background imageThe World Collection: Old Map of the World 1970

Old Map of the World 1970
WMY1970

Background imageThe World Collection: Old Map of the World 1965

Old Map of the World 1965
WMY1965

Background imageThe World Collection: Old Map of the World 1950

Old Map of the World 1950
WMY1950

Background imageThe World Collection: Old Map of the World 1908

Old Map of the World 1908
WMY1908

Background imageThe World Collection: Old Map of the World 1871

Old Map of the World 1871
THE WORLD THAT WAS 1871 - End of Franco-Prussian War; Germany unified, and Empire formed; Third Republic in France; suppression of the Paris Commune. British Columbia joins Canada. Chicago fires

Background imageThe World Collection: Old Map of The World 1879

Old Map of The World 1879
THE WORLD THAT WAS 1878 - Irish Land War (1879-1882). Second Afghan War gives Britain control over Afghanistan. Dual Alliance between Germany and Austria-Hungary. Anglo-Zulu War

Background imageThe World Collection: Old Map of the World 1966

Old Map of the World 1966
WMY1966

Background imageThe World Collection: Old Map of the World 1981

Old Map of the World 1981
WMY1981

Background imageThe World Collection: Old Map of The World 1864

Old Map of The World 1864
THE WORLD THAT WAS 1864 - American Civil War (1861-1865). Prussia defeats Denmark. Russia suppresses Polish revolt. Taiping Rebellion in China (1851-1864), the second most destructive war in history

Background imageThe World Collection: Old Map of the World 1959

Old Map of the World 1959
WMY1959

Background imageThe World Collection: Old Map of the World 1906

Old Map of the World 1906
WMY1906

Background imageThe World Collection: Old Map of the World 1973

Old Map of the World 1973
WMY1973



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Exploring the vast tapestry of our world through the lens of time, these vintage maps take us on a captivating journey. The Old Map from 1980 reveals a snapshot of nations and boundaries that have since evolved, reminding us of the ever-changing nature of our global landscape. Delving further back to 1914, we witness an era marked by geopolitical tensions and impending conflict, as depicted in the Old Map from that year. Traveling even deeper into history, we encounter an enchanting glimpse into 1881 with its intricate details showcasing uncharted territories waiting to be discovered. The Old Map from 1963 unveils a world amidst Cold War rivalries and space exploration aspirations. The Mercator's Projection map from 1851 showcases Captain Cook's voyages, inviting us to embark on his daring expeditions across uncharted waters. A testament to post-war reformation emerges in the form of an evocative Old Map from 1945 - capturing both hope for rebuilding shattered societies and lingering scars left behind. Intriguingly designed maps like Vorfreude or Fernweh evoke wanderlust within us – beckoning adventurers to gallivant across continents in search of new experiences. Blue strokes or gray strokes painted upon these cartographic masterpieces add depth and character while Solivagant whispers tales about solitary souls wandering through unknown realms. These antique maps remind us that our world is not merely lines etched onto paper but rather a living entity brimming with stories yet untold. They ignite curiosity within our hearts, urging us to explore beyond familiar horizons and embrace all that this magnificent planet has to offer.