Map Maker Collection

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Paul Sandby, 1731 - 1809. English cartographer and landscape painter. Founding member of the Royal Academy. From a print by Burnet Reading from the painting by Peter Falconet

Abraham Ortelius, frontispiece to his Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, 1579 (engraving)
XJF394210 Abraham Ortelius, frontispiece to his Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, 1579 (engraving) by Flemish School, (16th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Paul Sandby, map-maker and painter (engraving)
584319 Paul Sandby, map-maker and painter (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Paul Sandby)

Sketches at the New India and Ceylon Exhibition at Earls Court (litho)
1042164 Sketches at the New India and Ceylon Exhibition at Earls Court (litho) by Craig, Frank (1874-1918); Private Collection; (add.info)

Major Duncan Montgomerie (1789-1878) c. 1840 (oil on canvas)
NAM237707 Major Duncan Montgomerie (1789-1878) c.1840 (oil on canvas) by English School, (19th century); National Army Museum

Landscape Large Building 1818-83 Graphite squared
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John Ogilby, frontispiece to Works of Publius Virgilius Maro, engraved
XJF451352 John Ogilby, frontispiece to Works of Publius Virgilius Maro, engraved by William Faithorne, c.1654 (engraving) by Lely

John Ogilby presenting his subscription list for Britannia to the King and Queen
XJF451351 John Ogilby presenting his subscription list for Britannia to the King and Queen, detail from Morgans map of London, 1682 (engraving) by English School

Petrus Bertius, Flemish cartographer
Petrus Bertius (1565-1629), Flemish cartographer. Bertius was born at Beveren. As a young man he travelled widely before settling to study at the University of Amsterdam

Oronce Fine, French cartographer
Oronce Fine (1494-1555), French mathematician and cartographer. Fine was born at Briancon into a family of physicians and was educated at Paris

Gerardus Mercator, Flemish cartographer
Gerardus Mercator (1512-1594), Flemish cartographer. Mercator was born Gerard de Cremere and was educated at the University of Louvain

Johannes Stabius, Austrian cartographer
Johannes Stabius (1450-1522), Austrian cartographer. Stabius worked in Vienna and was a member of a noted circle of humanist scholars

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"Unveiling the World: The Artistry of Map Makers Through Time" Step into a world where cartography becomes an art form, as skilled hands and imaginative minds shape our understanding of the globe. Abraham Ortelius, a pioneer in map-making, showcases his masterpiece with pride on the frontispiece to his Theatrum Orbis Terrarum from 1579. With intricate engravings that capture every detail, he invites us to explore uncharted territories. Paul Sandby, both a map-maker and painter, leaves his mark through an enchanting engraving. His passion for mapping is evident as he meticulously crafts each stroke. Meanwhile, Sketches at the New India and Ceylon Exhibition at Earls Court transport us to exotic lands through litho prints that ignite wanderlust within our souls. Major Duncan Montgomerie's oil painting from c. 1840 captures not just landscapes but also the essence of exploration itself. It reminds us that behind every map lies countless stories waiting to be discovered. In another engraving by Paul Sandby, we witness how maps can transcend boundaries and connect people across time and space. His work serves as a testament to the power of cartography in shaping our collective history. Landscape Large Building takes us on a journey through time with graphite squared sketches dating back to 1818-83. These drawings remind us that even before satellite imagery or GPS systems existed, humans were able to create accurate representations of their surroundings using nothing but their artistic skills. The Portrait of Don Jose Monino y Redondo I transports us back to 1783 when maps were more than just navigational tools; they held political significance too. This oil painting highlights how influential figures like Monino y Redondo used maps as symbols of power and control over vast territories. John Ogilby's frontispiece engraved for Works of Publius Virgilius Maro demonstrates yet another facet of map-making.