Antique Maps Prints
Decorating Home with Antique Maps
Many people today consider maps to be a practical thing, something that we occasionally look at when we are lost. But many centuries ago creating maps was an art. From the ancient maps of Babylon, Greece and Rome, China and India, to the age of great explorers, people have used maps as the indispensable tools to help them define the world, as well as navigate their way through it. In the past, maps were very valuable and they were treated in the same way as art. Many map makers and cartographers were true artists. They often decorated their maps with details such mythical gods or exotic animals.
Today many people are using antique world maps to decorate their homes. There are many options to choose from, such as original ancient maps, old map reproductions, old map prints and posters and wall tapestries.
Original ancient maps are definitely the most expensive option. These maps are available at specialized stores. Everything from world maps to the local maps is available. Many originals are quite rare, and therefore not cheap. Properly framed or mounted, these maps can definitely give a special charm to your home.
Other option, which is more popular, is using old map reproductions for decorating your home. Many famous ancient maps have been reproduced as prints and posters. You can find the exact replicas, as well as artwork that was inspired by the ancient maps.
Regardless of what you choose – original maps, framed reproductions or framed posters, you can be sure you’ll make your home a more exciting place.
See some popular old world maps
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World Map – 24W x 16H – Peel and Stick Wall Decal by Wallmonkeys $33.99 WallMonkeys wall graphics are printed on the highest quality re-positionable, self-adhesive fabric paper. Each order is printed in-house and on-demand. WallMonkeys uses premium materials & state-of-the-art production technologies. Our white fabric material is superior to vinyl decals. You can literally see and feel the difference. Our wall graphics apply in minutes and won’t damage your paint or l… |
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Old Map of China, 1870 – 48W x 38H – Peel and Stick Wall Decal by Wallmonkeys $77.99 WallMonkeys wall graphics are printed on the highest quality re-positionable, self-adhesive fabric paper. Each order is printed in-house and on-demand. WallMonkeys uses premium materials & state-of-the-art production technologies. Our white fabric material is superior to vinyl decals. You can literally see and feel the difference. Our wall graphics apply in minutes and won’t damage your paint or l… |
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Old Map of Scotland, 1870 – 18H x 15W – Peel and Stick Wall Decal by Wallmonkeys $30.99 WallMonkeys wall graphics are printed on the highest quality re-positionable, self-adhesive fabric paper. Each order is printed in-house and on-demand. WallMonkeys uses premium materials & state-of-the-art production technologies. Our white fabric material is superior to vinyl decals. You can literally see and feel the difference. Our wall graphics apply in minutes and won’t damage your paint or l… |
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8 Old Fashioned Brass Magnifying Glass: Magnifier with Wood Handle $9.95 The magnifying glass measures approximately 8″ long and the diameter of the real glass lens is 3″.A great gift for avid readers.This beautiful magnifying glass is elegantly crafted from fine brass and has a polished wooden handle. It can be helpful when trying to read small print. It also makes a great display piece in your home for your desk, library, bookshelf, or study area…. |
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Antique Map Gift Wrap 2′ x 8′ $9.99 This high quality, heavy weight paper is rich with color. You’ll leave a lasting memory, from its sheer beauty of presentation to the suprise at the superior grade compared to your average giftwrap. It’s also perfect for use on decoupage or other craft projects. Longer than the average roll of gift wrap, you’ll be amazed at how long it lasts! The images are reproduced from various antique maps, al… |
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Lavishy Sparrow Antique Map Print Messenger Laptop Vegan Shoulder-bag Brown $69.99 Lavishy’s new Sparrow Messenger Bag is sure to delight steam punk fanatics, dreamers, and hipsters alike. We love the large artsy ink sparrow and tea stained color. The travel theme carries throughout the design, featuring an accurate map of Italy streets, old stamps, clouds, ships, parachutes, and compasses. The messenger bag has a zip closure and magnetic snap closures on flap. Fully lined with … |
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Lavishy Octopus Antique Map Print Messenger Laptop Vegan Shoulder-bag Brown $69.99 Whether you’re a history major, cartographer, or dreamer, Lavishy’s Octopus Messenger Bag is sure to delight. We love the vintage map with the inky sketched octopus and tea stained shades. The travel theme carries throughout the design, featuring a map of Italy, old stamps, seahorses, ships, parachutes, and compasses. The messenger bag has a zip closure and magnetic snap closures on flap. Fully li… |
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Antique Map Italian Leather Printed Passport Holder Case This soft leather 3″ x 5″ passport case is handcrafted in Tuscany, Italy, and will carry your passport with international style. Each case is individually hand-printed with an antique map design…. |
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Plate 030, LaGrande 1910, Oregon, 1910 Fine-Art Reproduction Take a step back in time with an old view of Plate 030 from LaGrande 1910 in Oregon. This map was originally published by Sanborn Map Company in 1910 and will be carefully reproduced on state of the art giclee printers. Sourced from item number US215160 in the Historic Map Works online collection, this print will make the ideal gift for any historian or map buff. Many of the maps within the archiv… |
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Presidential Campaign Posters: Two Hundred Years of Election Art $25.64 Here are 100 ready-to-frame political campaign posters from the annals of American history! The candidates range from Andrew Jackson (“Defender of Beauty and Booty”) and William Henry Harrison (“Have Some Hard Cider!”) to Richard Nixon (“He’s the One!”), Barack Obama (“Hope”), and many, many more. The posters are backed with colorful historical… |