What is a framed cartographic print?

A framed cartographic print is an antique map, town plan, or road guide presented behind glass within a period wooden frame. These pieces combine historical geography with decorative framing suitable for wall display. The selection includes works by notable cartographers spanning the seventeenth, eighteenth, and nineteenth centuries, capturing regions from English counties to North America.

How were these maps originally used?

Many of these maps served practical purposes for navigation, land management, and understanding regional geography during their respective periods. Road maps guided travellers along specific coaching routes. Other maps appeared in published atlases, such as Joan Blaeu's Atlas Novus, or served administrative functions like town plans for dockyards.

How do I date a cartographic print?

Dating relies on the cartographer named on the sheet, the style of the engraving, and any publication dates inscribed within the margins or cartouches. Reference works and historical records help connect the maker to a specific operational window. The framing style and materials, such as oak or burr wood, also offer clues regarding the period of assembly.

How should I care for a framed map?

Protect the paper print by hanging it away from direct sunlight and excessive moisture, which can fade ink and discolour paper. Maintain stable indoor humidity levels to preserve both the paper and the wooden frame. Clean the glass gently with a soft cloth, avoiding any liquid sprays that might seep beneath the frame edge and damage the antique paper.

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These framed cartographic print examples bring centuries of geography to the wall, combining historical cartography with period frames.

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Map of Cardiganshire Dated 1610

From Rupert Landen Antiques

£245

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Map of Cardiganshire Dated 1610

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