Old Maps Library

12/08/2025

09/07/2025

FIRE OF LONDON 1666​​​​​​​​
A fire broke out at Thomas Farriner's bakery in Pudding Lane, a little after midnight on Sunday 2 September. The family were trapped upstairs, but managed to climb from an upstairs window to the house next door, except for a maidservant who was too scared to try, thus becoming the first victim​​​​​​​​
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The Great Fire of London was a major conflagration that swept through central London for 3 days in 1666. The fire destroyed the medieval City of London inside the old Roman city wall, while also extending past the wall to the west. ​​​​​​​​
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Old Maps Library reprint map of: A Plan of the City and Liberties of London; showing the extent of the dreadful conflagration in the year 1666. Engraved for Noorthouck's History of London, 1772.​​​​​​​​
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⏳Old Maps Library specialises in the reprint of Vintage Maps and Illustrations between the 17th to 19th centuries. ​​​​​​​​
⏳ We have a beautiful collection of Old Maps and Vintage Illustrations on our website. Link on our bio.

03/06/2025

Aberdeen city, beautifully situated on the River Dee, is known for its iconic Victorian Park and Harbour. John Tallis’s town plan wonderfully showcases this historic Scottish town during the mid-Victorian era.​​​​​​​​
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With its intricate engravings and stunning illustrations, including the Old Don Bridge, North Church on King Street, and a sailing ship on the German Ocean, this piece is a true treasure that takes you back in time.​​​​​​​​
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Whether you're a history enthusiast or just someone who appreciates vintage maps, the Old Maps Library has an amazing collection waiting for you to discover and enjoy!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

23/05/2025

Old maps are a fascinating part of our human history, spanning thousands of years. They have a special way of transporting us back in time to witness the emergence of the modern world. It’s like embarking on a journey through the perspectives of historians and cartographers, where they’ve captured their dreams and sketched out their ideas. These days, thanks to technology, we have access to impressively accurate images of our planet, and it’s easy to overlook the amazing journey that led us to this point.
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As Kevin J. Brown said: “Ancient maps are a touching reminder that our knowledge and our perception of the world are abundant and limited at the same time.
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Are you also fascinated for old maps?
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“Travel back to moments in time and discover the world heritage!”
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⏳Old Maps Library specialises in the reprint of Vintage Maps and Illustrations between the 17th to 19th centuries.

⏳We have a unique collection on our website. Link on our bio.

06/05/2025

Not sure how to spruce up those plain walls? maps library, we have some ideas!

Art forms in Nature by Ernest Haeckel, c.1904
Old Maps Library reprint, 2025.
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✨ We have a unique collection of Old Maps and Vintage Illustrations on our website. Link on our bio.
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07/04/2025

Happy Monday!
Incorporating unique pieces like these beautiful vintage illustrations into a home decor making it truly one-of-a-kind.
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* Old Maps Library specialises in the reprint of Vintage Maps and Illustrations between the 17th to 19th centuries.
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* We have a beautiful collection of Old Maps and Vintage Illustrations on our website. Link on our bio.

03/04/2025

Happy Friday ! I just love the colours of this print, a beautiful spring vibe that makes a perfect addition to your home decor.

17/03/2025

11/03/2025

Hello! How about add some old-world charm to your home decor with this vintage illustration by French biologist Adolphe Philippe Millot?

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We have a variety of unique illustrations on our website.
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26/02/2025

Discover the fascinating history and stunning beauty of Jamaica with this amazing 1851 map!
Beautifully illustrates the island’s lovely landscapes, busy harbours, and famous landmarks such as Kingston and Port Royal. The detailed engravings and artistic touches make this map truly special.
It’s a must-have for history lovers and travel enthusiasts!
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⏳Old Maps Library specialises in the reprint of Vintage Maps and Illustrations between the 17th to 19th centuries.
⏳ We have a beautiful collection of Old Maps and Vintage Illustrations on our website. Link on our bio.
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27/01/2025

There’s something so captivating about old maps, don’t you think?
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SOUTH WALES - 1787
Old Maps Library reprint of this 18th century engraved map, which appeared in John Cary’s New & Correct English Atlas.
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⏳Old Maps Library specialises in the reprint of Vintage Maps and Illustrations between the 17th to 19th centuries.
⏳ We have a beautiful collection of Old Maps and Vintage Illustrations on our website. Link on our bio.

23/01/2025

Incorporating unique pieces like this old map into your home decor makes it truly one-of-a-kind.

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SCOTLAND, 1851 by John Tallis. This maps was publsihed in John Tallis & Co’s. The Illustrated Atlas.
The map contains views of Ediburgh, Brig of Doon and Burn’s Monument, Scott’s Monument, Holyrood House, hunters stalking deer, and Scots in national costume playing shinty.
OId Maps reprint, 2024
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