Carthography Collection

Septentrionalium Terrarum descriptio, 1595, by Gerardus Merc
Gerardus Mercator (1512-1594). Flemish cartographer. Septentrionalium Terrarum descriptio. Map of the Arctic with the North Pole and surrounding lands within and outside the Arctic Circle, 1595

Map of Germany and current Netherlands. Theatrum Orbis Terrarum by Abraham Ortelius (1527-1598). First Edition. Antwerp, 1574. Library of Catalonia. Barcelona. Spain

Spain. Map of Alicante province, 19th century. Cronica General de Espana. Historia Ilustrada y Descriptiva de sus Provincias. Valencia, 1867. Date: 2018

Spain. Map of Castellon de la Plana province, 19th century. Cronica General de Espana. Historia Ilustrada y Descriptiva de sus Provincias. Valencia, 1867. Date: 2018

Spain. Map of the province of Valencia, 19th century. Cronica General de Espana. Historia Ilustrada y Descriptiva de sus Provincias. Valencia, 1867. Date: 2018

Fecknam Manor, Worcester, 1744 (coloured engraving)
XCF306014 Fecknam Manor, Worcester, 1744 (coloured engraving) by Doharty, John (1709-1773); Private Collection; (add.info.: after an Elizabethan original of 1591; ); English, out of copyright

Map of Central and South America. Theatrum Orbis Terrarum by Abraham Ortelius (1527-1598). First Edition. Antwerp, 1574

Theatrum Orbis Terrarum by Abraham Ortelius (1527-1598)
Map of America. Theatrum Orbis Terrarum by Abraham Ortelius (1527-1598). First Edition. Antwerp, 1574

Map of the Kingdom of Naples. Theatrum Orbis Terrarum by Abraham Ortelius (1527-1598). First Edition. Antwerp, 1574. Library of Catalonia. Barcelona. Spain

Gerardus Mercator (1512-1594). Engraving
Gerardus Mercator (1512-1594). Flemish cartographer. Engraving, 1595

Map of Palestine, from Theatrvm Orbis Terrarvm, 1570 (hand coloured engraving)
XCF324389 Map of Palestine, from Theatrvm Orbis Terrarvm, 1570 (hand coloured engraving) by Ortelius, Abraham (1527-98); Private Collection; (add.info)

Typus Orbis Terrarum, map of the world, from Orteliuss Theatrum Orbis Terrarum
XCF307306 Typus Orbis Terrarum, map of the world, from Orteliuss Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, Antwerp, 1570 (hand-coloured engraving) by Ortelius, Abraham (1527-98); Private Collection; Flemish

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Carthography, the art and science of map-making, has played a crucial role in shaping our understanding of the world throughout history. From ancient times to the present day, maps have provided us with valuable insights into the geography, culture, and politics of different regions. One notable example is the "Septentrionalium Terrarum descriptio" by Gerardus Mercator in 1595. This map depicted Northern Europe and showcased Mercator's innovative projection technique that revolutionized navigation. Similarly, Abraham Ortelius' "Theatrum Orbis Terrarum" presented a comprehensive collection of maps including Germany and current Netherlands as well as Central and South America. In Spain during the 19th century, cartographers created detailed maps that captured various provinces such as Alicante, Castellon de la Plana, and Valencia. These maps not only served practical purposes but also reflected Spain's rich cultural heritage. Furthermore, cartography extended its reach beyond Europe. The Kingdom of Naples was meticulously mapped in "Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, " highlighting its strategic importance in Italy's history. Additionally, Palestine was intricately portrayed in a hand-colored engraving from "Theatrvm Orbis Terrarvm" by Abraham Ortelius in 1570. Throughout these historical periods, skilled cartographers like Gerardus Mercator left an indelible mark on their craft through engravings that showcased their expertise. Their contributions paved the way for advancements in mapping techniques that continue to shape modern cartography today. From Fecknam Manor in Worcester to distant lands across continents like Central America or Palestine - each map tells a unique story about our world's past. Carthography remains an invaluable tool for exploring new territories while preserving our collective knowledge for future generations to come.