Joan Blaeu Collection

17th century world map
World map, published around 1664 in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, by Dutch mapmaker Joan Blaeu (c.1599- 1673). The Latin title is Nova et Accuratissima Totius Terrarum Orbis Tabula

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

Map of Virginia and Florida, 1667 (hand-coloured engraving, vellum)
985771 Map of Virginia and Florida, 1667 (hand-coloured engraving, vellum) by Blaeu, Joan (1596-1673) (after); 54.6x35.7 (folio size) cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Map of Virginia and Florida)

Le Theatre du Monde, 1638-40 (engraving)
7340645 Le Theatre du Monde, 1638-40 (engraving) by Blaeu, Willem (1571-1638); 23.7x39.1 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Map of Brazil, Joan Blaeu, 1662 (map)
6116655 Map of Brazil, Joan Blaeu, 1662 (map); (add.info.: Map of Brazil, by Dutch cartographer Johannes Willemszoon Blaeu, published in Amsterdam 1662 by Pieter Schenk.); Photo © Ken Welsh

Map of California shown as an island, c 1650. Creator: Johannes Vingboons
Map of California shown as an island, c 1650. This map from around 1650 shows California as an island. A half-century would pass before Spanish explorers determined with certainty that California was

The Isle of Anglesey, The Isle of Man and the Isle of Wight, 1650, (1946). Creator: Unknown
The Isle of Anglesey, The Isle of Man and the Isle of Wight, 1650, (1946). Three maps of islands off the coast of Britain

The Moscow Kremlin Map of the 16th century (Castellum Urbis Moskvae), 1662 (copper engraving & w/c)
7305379 The Moscow Kremlin Map of the 16th century (Castellum Urbis Moskvae), 1662 (copper engraving & w/c) by Blaeu, Joan (1596-1673); Private Collection; Photo © Fine Art Images

The Moscow Kremlin Map of the 16th century (Castellum Urbis Moskvae), c. 1600 (engraving & w/c)
7305377 The Moscow Kremlin Map of the 16th century (Castellum Urbis Moskvae), c.1600 (engraving & w/c) by Blaeu, Joan (1596-1673); Private Collection; Photo © Fine Art Images

Map of Germany, c. 1644-1645 (hand-coloured engraving)
985772 Map of Germany, c.1644-1645 (hand-coloured engraving) by Blaeu, Willem (1571-1638) and Joan (1596-1673) (after); 50.6x33.4 (folio size) cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Map of Germany)

Ischia, 1642 (coloured engraving)
985753 Ischia, 1642 (coloured engraving) by Blaeu, Willem (1571-1638) and Joan (1596-1673); 49.2x65.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Ischia. From Theatrum orbis terrarum)

Plan and view of the towns and buildings of Holland and the Low Countries
986451 Plan and view of the towns and buildings of Holland and the Low Countries, 1649 (hand-coloured engraving) by Blaeu, Joan (1596-1673); 52.5x34

Map of China, from Atlas Maior Sive Cosmographia Blaviana
986216 Map of China, from Atlas Maior Sive Cosmographia Blaviana, 1662 (hand-coloured engraving) by Blaeu, Joan (1596-1673); Private Collection; (add.info.: Map of China)

Map of Iceland, from Atlas Maior Sive Cosmographia Blaviana
986215 Map of Iceland, from Atlas Maior Sive Cosmographia Blaviana, 1662 (hand-coloured engraving) by Blaeu, Joan (1596-1673); Private Collection; (add.info.: Map of Iceland)

Plate 12: Allegory on the Discord in France, from Caspar Barlaeus, " Medicea Hospes", 1638

Plate 8: Emperor Maximilian II granting a crown to the coat of arms of Amsterdam, from Caspar Barlaeus, " Medicea Hospes", 1638

Plate 13: Allegory on the Discord in France, from Caspar Barlaeus, " Medicea Hospes", 1638

Plate 7: The Marriage of Francisco I de Medici and Johanna of Austria, from Caspar Barlaeus, " Medicea Hospes", 1638

An orrery designed by the Danish astronomer Tycho Brahe, c1630. Artist: Joan Blaeu
An orrery designed by the Danish astronomer Tycho Brahe, c1630. From the Atlas Major by Johann Blaeu

Tycho Brahe, Danish astronomer, (c1630). Artist: Joan Blaeu
Tycho Brahe, Danish astronomer, (c1630). Brahe (1546-1601) aged 40, amongst his astonomical instuments. From the Atlas Major by Johann Blaeu

New England in 1660, (c1880). From Blaeus Theatre du Monde. In this curious map the north is at the bottom and the south at the top

The equatorial armillary of Tycho Brahe, 16th century. Artist: Joan Blaeu
The equatorial armillary of Tycho Brahe (14 December 1546 - 24 October 1601), from Joan Blaeus Le Grand Atlas. Brahe built this on the island of Huen to measure celestial latitude and longitude

Map of Brazil, by Dutch cartographer Johannes Willemszoon Blaeu, published in Amsterdam 1662 by Pieter Schenk

Map Transiselania dominivm vernaculAš -Yssel
Map, Transiselania dominivm vernacule Over-Yssel, Joan Blaeu (1598/99-1673), Copperplate print

Map Novam hanc territorii Francofvrtensis tabulam
Map, Novam hanc territorii Francofvrtensis tabulam, Joan Blaeu (1598/99-1673), Copperplate print

Map Gothia Joan Blaeu 1598 / 99-1673 Copperplate print
Map, Gothia, Joan Blaeu (1598/99-1673), Copperplate print

Map Dvcatvs Vplandia Joan Blaeu 1598 / 99-1673
Map, Dvcatvs Vplandia, Joan Blaeu (1598/99-1673), Copperplate print

Map Magni dvcatvs LithvaniAŠ et regionum adiacentium exacta descript
Map, Magni dvcatvs Lithvaniae et regionum adiacentium exacta descriptio...... edita a I. Blaeu, Joan Blaeu (1598/99-1673), Copperplate print

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

Map of Europe 1686 by Joan Blaeu
Cartography, 17th century. Map of Europe 1686 by J. Blaeu

Allegory America mid-17th-late 17th century
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Italy, Map of Pesaro, from Theatrum civitatum et admirandorum Italiae by Joan Blaeu, engraving
Cartography, Italy, 17th century. Map of Pesaro, from Theatrum civitatum et admirandorum Italiae by Joan Blaeu. Engraving

Perspective map of the city of Turin, Piedmont region by Joan Blaeu, 1596-1673
Cartography, Italy, 17th century. Perspective map of the city of Turin, Piedmont region by Joan Blaeu (1596-1673)

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

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

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

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

Italy, Dolceacqua, The village of Dolceacqua (Imperia) from Theatrum Regiae Celsitudinis Sabaudiae by Joan Blaeu
Cartography, Italy, 17th century. The village of Dolceacqua (Imperia) from Theatrum Regiae Celsitudinis Sabaudiae, by Joan Blaeu. Amsterdam, 1682. Copper engraving

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

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

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

Province of Vicenza from Theatrum civitatum et admirandorum Italiae, by Joan Blaeu, engraving
Cartography, Italy, 17th century. Province of Vicenza. From Theatrum civitatum et admirandorum Italiae by Joan Blaeu. Engraving

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

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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.