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American Revolution Map Drawn For John Marshall's "Life Of Washington" First Acc

Map Sz: 22 3/4"H x 22 3/4"W Frame Sz: 29"H x 29"W Publisher: The Country Lanes Committee Map Showing Approximate Location & General Direction of Bridle Paths Maintained by the...

Map Sz: 22 1/2"H x 17"W Frame Sz: 26 1/2"H x 20 3/4"W *w/ age toning/ slight creasing/ waving to mounted maps* Provenance: The Susie Hilfiger Collection From "Point of View", the...

Classic colour plate depicting a 'Map of the Island of Antigua' by Eman Bowen Print Sz: 13 1/2"H x 10"W Frame Sz: 20"H x 16 1/2"W w/ grey mat & green lacquer frame Emanuel Bowen ...

Map Sz: 18 3/4"H x 22 5/8"W Frame Sz: 27 1/2"H x 31"W Nuremberg: Homann Heirs, [circa 1740]. Copper-engraved map, with full original colour. A highly fascinating and attractive ma...

1812 "United States of Nth America -- Carte des Etats-Unis De L'Amerique Septentrionale" Two-Sheet Map by Tardieu This attractive map, published in Paris in 1812, is one of the most rare large format maps from the period. It features a view of the East Coast of the U.S. from Maryland to just below South Carolina. Additionally, Ellicott’s plan for the City of Washington D.C. is included at the top right and an illustration of Niagara Falls is shown at the bottom right with a description in both French and English. This extremely detailed map not only depicts the mountainous regions of the southeastern U.S., but also includes names of regions, rivers, and towns. Based on the first state of Arrowsmith’s 4-sheet map of the United States, this map is completely engraved by Tardieu in Paris and showcases high quality engravings. This detailed map of the recently independent United States includes one of the largest and earliest examples of the Ellicott plan of Washington DC. The artist, Pierre François Tardieu (PF Tardieu) was a very well-known map engraver, geographer, and illustrator. Awarded a bronze medal by King Louis-Phillipe for the accuracy and beauty of his map-making, Tardieu produced many fine works including maps of Louisiana...

This antique map titled "Carte de la Partie Septentrionale des Etats Unis," created by Pierre Antoine Tardieu, depicts the northeastern part of the United States and parts of Canada....

Antique Northeastern United States Map — New England & Mid-Atlantic, Bonne c.1780 This finely engraved eighteenth-century map by Rigobert Bonne presents a detailed depiction of the northern United States and adjacent regions of North America during the Enlightenment period. Engraved circa 1780, the map reflects Bonne’s influential role as Ingénieur-Hydrographe de la Marine and chief cartographer at the Dépôt de la Marine in Paris, where he succeeded Jacques-Nicolas Bellin and advanced a more scientific and systematic approach to cartography. Bonne’s work is recognized for its clarity, precision, and restrained aesthetic, marking a shift away from ornate decorative traditions toward geographic accuracy and legibility. Titled “Carte de la Partie Nord, des États Unis de l’Amérique Septentrionale,” the composition captures the northeastern United States and surrounding territories, including New England, New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and the Mid-Atlantic region, extending inland toward the Great Lakes and westward frontier territories. Prominent geographic features such as Lake Erie and Lake Ontario, the Hudson River, Long Island, and the Chesapeake Bay are carefully rendered, while numerous towns, settlements, and colonial boundaries reflect contemporary European understanding of the newly formed United States following the American Revolutionary period. The detailed coastal delineation underscores the importance of maritime navigation and trade along the Atlantic seaboard. Bonne’s restrained engraving style enhances both readability and visual elegance. Delicate hachuring suggests relief, while grid lines and refined typography emphasize the scientific structure characteristic of Enlightenment cartography. The balanced horizontal composition provides a comprehensive geographic overview, making the map historically informative while maintaining strong decorative appeal. Produced during a transformative moment in North American history, this map offers insight into European perspectives on the early United States and its evolving territorial identity. Today, Bonne’s maps are highly sought after by collectors for their historical significance, clean engraving style, and versatility as decorative wall pieces suitable for both traditional and contemporary interiors. Condition report: Good antique condition with age-related toning, visible central fold as issued, light scattered spotting, and minor handling wear consistent with eighteenth-century paper; margins remain suitable for framing. Framing tips: Particularly effective in a dark walnut or black frame with an ivory or warm off-white mat; the wide horizontal format works well above desks or consoles and pairs nicely with other Bonne maps for a cohesive historical display. Technique: Copperplate engraving Maker: Rigobert Bonne, France, circa 1780 Keyword block: United States antique map, New England antique map, Rigobert Bonne map, early USA cartography, Enlightenment era map America, Dépôt de la Marine map, Lake Erie Lake Ontario antique map, New York Pennsylvania antique...

Antique map titled 'Kaart van de Good Success Baai in de Straat van Le Maire (..)'. Antique map of the Strait of Le Maire between Terra Fuego and Staten Island. On top, various coast...