Joan Blaeu Collection (page 2)

Map of coast of Virginia, from Theatrum Orbis Terrarum by Joan Blaeu, 1596-1673
Cartography, America, 17th century. Map of coast of Virginia, from Theatrum Orbis Terrarum by Joan Blaeu (1596-1673)

Map of Canada, engraving from survey by Samuel de Champlain, 1632
Cartography, 17th century. Map of Canada. Engraving from a survey by Samuel de Champlain, 1632

Celestial globe by Jacques de la Feuille, created in Amsterdam, 1700
Cartography, 17th century. Celestial globe made by Jacques de la Feuille, Amsterdam, 1700. Diameter 68cm

Map of Rome, engraving from Theatrum civitatum et admirandorum Italiae by Joan Blaeu, printed in Italy, 17th Century
Cartography, Italy, 17th century. Map of Rome, from Theatrum civitatum et admirandorum Italiae by Joan Blaeu. Engraving

Map of Turin, engraving from Theatrum Sabaudiae by Joan Blaeu, printed in Italy, 1682
Cartography, Italy, 17th century. Map of Turin, engraving from Theatrum Sabaudiae by Joan Blaeu, 1682

Map of Assisi from Theatrum civitatum et admirandorum Italiae, by Joan Blaeu, engraving
Cartography, Italy, 17th century. Map of Assisi, from Theatrum civitatum et admirandorum Italiae by Joan Blaeu. Engraving

Earth globe by Joan Blaeu, 1635
Cartography, 17th century. Earth globe by Joan Blaeu, 1635

Map of Spoleto from Theatrum civitatum et admirandorum Italiae, by Joan Blaeu, engraving
Cartography, Italy, 17th century. Map of Spoleto, from Theatrum civitatum et admirandorum Italiae by Joan Blaeu. Engraving

Map of Velletri by Joan Blaeu, from Theatrum civitatum et admirandorum Italiae, engarving
Cartography, Italy, 17th century. Map of Velletri, engraving by Joan Blaeu, from Theatrum civitatum et admirandorum Italiae

Map of Calabria region, by Joan Blaeu
Cartography, Italy, 17th century. Map of Calabria region, by Joan Blaeu

Map of Paduan domain from Theatrum civitatum et admirandorum Italiae, by Joan Blaeu, engraving
Cartography, Italy, 17th century. Map of Paduan domain, from Theatrum civitatum et admirandorum Italiae by Joan Blaeu. Engraving

Map of Italy by Joan Blaeu
Cartography, 17th century. Map of Italy by Joan Blaeu

Map of Modena from Theatrum civitatum et admirandorum Italiae by Joan Blaeu, engraving
Cartography, Italy, 17th century. Map of the province of Modena, from Theatrum civitatum et admirandorum Italiae by Joan Blaeu. Engraving

Italy, Perugia, Umbria, map, engraving from Theatrum Civitatum et Admirandorum Italiae by Joan Blaeu
Cartography, Italy, 17th century. Map of Perugia. Engraving from Theatrum civitatum et admirandorum Italiae by Joan Blaeu

The siege of Turin in 1639, color engraving from Theatrum Sabaudiae by Joan Blaeu, printed in Italy, 1682
Cartography, Italy, 17th century. The siege of Turin in 1639, color engraving from Theatrum Sabaudiae by Joan Blaeu, 1682

Map of territory under Veneto dominion, Italy, from Regionum Italiae by Willem Blaeu
Cartography, Italy, 17th century. The territory under Veneto dominion. From Regionum Italiae by Willem Blaeu

Strait of Magellan, from Theatrum Orbis Terrarum by Willem and Joan Blaeu, 1635
Cartography, 17th century. The Strait of Magellan. From Theatrum Orbis Terrarum by Willem and Joan Blaeu, Amsterdam 1635

Map of Acquapendente from Theatrum civitatum et admirandorum Italiae by Joan Blaeu, engraving
Cartography, Italy, 17th century. Map of Acquapendente, from Theatrum civitatum et admirandorum Italiae by Joan Blaeu. Engraving

Map of America created by Joan Blaeu, 1686
Cartography, 17th century. Map of America created by Joan Blaeu, 1686. Details:

Map of Africa in 1686 by Joan Blaeu
Cartography, 17th century. Map of Africa in 1686 by Joan Blaeu

European Coast, map on Parchment by Willem and Joan Blaeu, 1677
Cartography, 17th century. European Coast. Map on Parchment by Willem and Joan Blaeu, 1677

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Joan Blaeu, a renowned cartographer of the 17th century, left an indelible mark on the world of maps. His meticulous craftsmanship and attention to detail are evident in his masterpieces such as the Map of Sicily region and the Map of Virginia and Florida. These hand-coloured engravings on vellum transport us back in time, allowing us to explore these regions as they were centuries ago. One cannot overlook Blaeu's contribution to documenting Moscow's history with his copper engravings and watercolor renditions of The Moscow Kremlin Map. Through his artistry, he captured the essence of this ancient city, providing us with invaluable insights into its architectural marvels. Blaeu's talent extended beyond geographical maps; he also delved into depicting cities like Rome and Bologna. His print from Theatrum Civitatum et Admirandorum showcases Rome's grandeur while his copper engraving captures the Archiginnasio Palace in Bologna with remarkable precision. Not limited to earthly realms, Blaeu even ventured into celestial cartography. His Celestial Globe takes us on a journey through the cosmos, revealing our place within this vast universe. The breadth of Blaeu's work is truly awe-inspiring - from Germany to Ischia; from Europe as a whole to individual cities and regions - each map tells a unique story. Whether it be exploring new territories or preserving historical landmarks, it has left an enduring legacy that continues to captivate scholars and enthusiasts alike.