Human Settlement Collection (#26)

Map of Carpignano Salentino, Lecce
Cartography, Italy, 17th century. Map of Carpignano Salentino, Lecce

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Catalan Atlas of Charles V of France, attributed to Abraham and Jafuda Cresques Mallorca, 1375
Cartography, 14th century. Catalan Atlas of Charles V of France. Attributed to Abraham and Jafuda Cresques Mallorca (1375 approx). Copy of the original kept at the French National Library, Paris

Map of the island of Malta, from Civitates Orbis Terrarum by Georg Braun, 1541-1622 and Franz Hogenberg, 1540-1590
Cartography, Germany, 16th century. Map of the island of Malta. From Civitates Orbis Terrarum by Georg Braun (1541-1622) and Franz Hogenberg (1540-1590), Cologne. Engraving

Maps of Seville, Cadiz and Malaga, Spain, from Civitates Orbis Terrarum by Georg Braun, 1541-1622 and Franz Hogenberg
Cartography, Spain, 16th century. Maps of Seville, Cadiz and Malaga. From Civitates Orbis Terrarum by Georg Braun (1541-1622) and Franz Hogenberg (1540-1590), Cologne. Engraving

Map of Gallipoli, from Civitates Orbis Terrarum by Georg Braun, 1541-1622 and Franz Hogenberg, 1540-1590, engraving
Cartography, Italy, 16th century. The City of Gallipoli. From Civitates Orbis Terrarum by Georg Braun (1541-1622) and Franz Hogenberg (1540-1590), Cologne. Engraving

Map of Rapolla, Potenza
Cartography, Italy, 17th century. Map of Rapolla, Potenza

Greece, Chios Island, Chio Scio, drawing from the Latin manuscript, by Insularium Arcipelagi
Cartography, Greece, 17th century. Chios Island ( Chio Scio). Drawing from the Latin manuscript, Insularium Arcipelagi

Map of Greater New York, USA, color lithography by Charles Hart, 1897
Cartography, United States of America, 19th century - Greater New York. Color lithography by Charles Hart, 1897

Santo Domingo map and Charles Baltazars estate, by Julien Fevret di Saint-Mesmin, watercolour
Cartography, America, 18th-19th centuries. Santo Domingo, map and map of Charles Baltazars estate. Watercolor by Julien Fevret di Saint-Mesmin

Map of Treviso, Italy
Cartography, Italy, 16th century. Map of Treviso

Poland, Warsaw, View of Warsaw with Theater Square, oil on canvas detail
Poland - Warsaw - 19th century. Theatre Square

Map of Puglia, Terra d Otranto, by Giovan Battista Pacichelli, engraving, 1702
Cartography, Italy, 18th century. Puglia, Terra d Otranto. From The Kingdom of Naples in perspective by Giovan Battista Pacichelli, 1702. Engraving

Map of Santo Domingo on Hispaniola Island in Dominican Republic
Cartography, America, 16th-17th centuries. Map of Santo Domingo on Hispaniola Island

Serravalle Scrivia from Civitates Orbis Terrarum by Georg Braun, 1541-1622 and Franz Hogenberg, 1540-1590, engraving
Cartography, Italy, 16th century. Serravalle Scrivia. From Civitates Orbis Terrarum by Georg Braun (1541-1622) and Franz Hogenberg (1540-1590), Cologne. Engraving

Italy, Sardinia, Province of Olbia-Tempio, Palau, Isola dei Gabbiani, aerial view
Aerial view of the Isola dei Gabbiani, Palau - Province of Olbia-Tempio, Sardinia Region, Italy

Cyprus, Larnaca District, archaeological site of Khirokitia, remains of Neolithic settlement
Cyprus - Larnaca District. Archaeological site of Khirokitia (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1998). Remains of Neolithic settlement, circular dwellings made from stone

Sweden, Stockholm, reconstruction of Neolithic settlement with Mortar, wheat and hazelnuts
Prehistory - Sweden - 2000 b.C. - Reconstruction of a Neolithic settlement discovered south of the Swedish coast - Mortar with wheat and hazelnuts

The Taking of a Fortress, by Jean Griffier, 18th century
Jean Griffier (1652-1718), The Taking of a Fortress. Detail

Tunisia, Sidi Abdakkah, Mosaic depicting net fishing and octopus fishing
Roman civilization, 3rd century A.D. Mosaic depicting net fishing and octopus fishing. From Sidi Abdakkah, Tunisia

Peru, Urubamba Valley, Machupicchu, Inca ruins
Peru - Urubamba Valley - Inca civilization - Machupicchu (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1983). Inca ruins

Illustration representing Roman Gaul colony, 1st century BC. Roman Civilization
Roman Civilization. Roman Gaul colony, 1st century BC. Colour illustration

Remains of Neolithic settlement, circular dwellings made from stone
Cyprus - Larnaca District. Khirokitia (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1998). Remains of Neolithic settlement, circular dwellings made from stone

Illustration representing reconstruction of dwelling hut, late bronze-early iron age, Mycenae, Greece
Archaeology - Roman Civilization. Reconstruction of a dwelling hut, late bronze-early iron age. Colour illustration

Excavations. Second campaign of the French archaeological expedition in February 1958
Archeology - Iran, Susa. Excavations. Second campaign of the French archaeological expedition in February 1958. Discovery of the first layer of the city

Illustration representing reconstruction of ancient Mycenae, Greece
Greek civilization - Reconstruction of ancient Mycenae. Color illustration

Perspective plan of Bologna from Bononia Alma Studiorum Mater, 1575
Cartography, Italy, 16th century. Perspective plan of Bologna. From Bononia Alma Studiorum Mater, 1575

Map of the port of Puerto Rico and Santo Domingo, drawing by Figueroa, 1519
Cartography, 16th century. The port of Puerto Rico and Santo Domingo. Drawing by Figueroa, 1519

Map of Basel, Switzerland, from Civitates Orbis Terrarum by Georg Braun, 1541-1622 and Franz Hogenberg, 1540-1590
Cartography, Switzerland, 16th century. Map of Basel. From Civitates Orbis Terrarum by Georg Braun (1541-1622) and Franz Hogenberg (1540-1590), Cologne. Engraving

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

Map of Candelaro, Italy, from the atlas Atlante delle Locazioni, by Antonio and Nunzio Michele, 1687-1697
Cartography, Italy, 17th century. Map of Candelaro. From the atlas Atlante delle Locazioni, by Antonio and Nunzio Michele, 1687-1697

Mediterranean Coast with cities of Damascus, Antioch and Sidon, drawing from the Book of the mapets, 1593
Cartography, 16th century. The Mediterranean Coast with the cities of Damascus, Antioch and Sidon. Drawing from the Book of the mapets, 1593

The Holy Land, from the Portolano by Francesco Oliva, 1566
Cartography, 16th century. The Holy Land. From the Portolano by Francesco Oliva, 1566

Map of military fortifications in Novara, drawing, 1775
Cartography, Italy, 18th century. Map of military fortifications in Novara. Drawing, 1775

Map of Turin
Cartography, Italy, 17th century. map of Turin

Gazzurlo and Santa Maria, from map by Ravizzotto, 1667
Cartography, Italy, 17th century. Novara, Gazzurlo and Santa Maria. Detail from a map by Ravizzotto, 1667

Map of The confines of Siena from Regionum Italiae by Willem Blaeu, engraving
Cartography, Italy, 17th century. The confines of Siena. From Regionum Italiae by Willem Blaeu. Engraving

Map of Perugia, Italy, coloured engraving
Cartography, Italy, 17th century. Map of Perugia. Colored engraving from the second half of the 16th century

Map of The Mediterranean Sea and adjacent seas, from a nautical chart by Jacopo Maggiolo, 1561
Cartography, 16th century. The Mediterranean Sea and adjacent seas. From a nautical chart by Jacopo Maggiolo, 1561

Map of Salzburg diocese, Austria, from Theatrum Orbis Terrarum by Abraham Ortelius, 1528-1598, 1570
Cartography, Austria, 16th century. Map of Salzburg diocese, from Theatrum Orbis Terrarum by Abraham Ortelius (1528-1598), Antwerp, 1570

Austria, Vienna, View of Atzenbrugg
Austria - 19th century. View of Atzenbrugg

Map of Gangi area, Palermo, Italy
Cartography, Italy. Map of the Gangi area, Palermo

Map of Sant Andrea, Italy, from the atlas Atlante delle Locazioni, by Antonio and Nunzio Michele, 1687-1697
Cartography, Italy, 17th century. Map of Sant Andrea. From the atlas Atlante delle Locazioni, by Antonio and Nunzio Michele, 1687-1697

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

Italy, Milan, Landscape
Giorgio Morandi (1890-1964), Landscape, 1916

Austria, Vienna, Street musicians in Vienna 18th century, Historisches Museum der Stadt Wien (History Museum)

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

Solfatara at Campi Flegrei in Pozzuoli, Naples province, Italy, from Civitates Orbis Terrarum by Georg Braun
Cartography, Italy, 16th century. Solfatara at Campi Flegrei in Pozzuoli, Naples province. From Civitates Orbis Terrarum by Georg Braun (1541-1622) and Franz Hogenberg (1540-1590), Cologne. Engraving

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"Exploring the Tapestry of Human Settlement: From Victorian London's Shady Lanes to Ancient Anatolia and Beyond" Step into the shadows of Victorian London, a city teeming with intrigue and mystery. Its dimly lit streets hold secrets untold, inviting you to unravel tales of bygone eras. Venturing across continents, discover Buenos Aires on a map that reveals its vibrant soul. Overlayed with illustrations of sea gulls, penguins, elephant seals, shrimp, and buildings - witness the harmonious coexistence between nature and human settlement in this bustling metropolis. Journey back in time to Catal Huyuk in ancient Anatolia; an archaeological marvel from 6500 BC. Marvel at the ingenuity of our ancestors as they built a thriving community amidst challenging landscapes. Find solace along Northern Ireland's picturesque coastline adorned with wide sandy beaches in Ballycastle. Let the tranquil waves whisper stories of resilience and beauty shaped by centuries of human habitation. Unveil history through a 19th-century map showcasing Madras (Chennai), India. Witness how this vibrant city has evolved over time while retaining its rich cultural heritage. Stand atop Hags Head at Cliffs of Moher in County Clare, Ireland; let your gaze wander across breathtaking vistas that have inspired generations. Feel the connection between humans and their surroundings etched into every cliff face. Immerse yourself in Connemara's enchanting landscape within County Galway; where Clifden stands as a testament to man's ability to thrive amidst rugged terrain. Admire how they are seamlessly blend with nature's grandeur. Gaze upon gargoyles adorning Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris; these stone guardians symbolize humanity's desire for protection against unseen forces while adding an air of mystique to architectural wonders. Explore Hull on a map that unravels its urban tapestry - tracing paths forged by countless individuals who have called this city home.