Medieval maps often reveal more about worldview than geography, and few examples illustrate this better than the Psalter World Map. Created in England around 1265,…
In the long history of cartography, certain maps stand as milestones. They are artifacts that capture the geographical knowledge of their time. These maps also…
For enthusiasts of historical cartography, the name Andrees Allgemeiner Handatlas resonates with the grandeur of late 19th-century German mapmaking. Reflecting the excellence of early 20th-century…
The world, as we know it, is a testament to centuries of exploration and discovery. It also reflects the relentless human wish to chart the…
The Civitates orbis terrarum, meaning “Cities of the World,” is a remarkable collection. It consists of city plans and panoramic views. These were published in…
The Cassini family stands as a monumental pillar in the history of cartography. Their efforts spanned over a century. This culminated in the first scientifically…
For over 135 years, National Geographic has been synonymous with vivid storytelling, visual exploration, and scientific curiosity. Among its most enduring legacies is its cartographic…
John Cary’s New and Correct English Atlas: Being a New Set of County Maps from Actual Surveys started being published in 1787. It marked the…
The field of cartography is not merely about lines and labels on a page. It is a discipline that marries science, art, history, and even…
The Nuremberg Chronicle, or Liber Chronicarum (Book of Chronicles), is a monumental achievement of late 15th-century printing. It also stands as a remarkable feat in…