1848 "Paris" Bird's Eye View, Published by the Illustrated London News

This large and detailed plan of Paris was published by Alexandre Vuillemin in 1845. The map conveys a wonderful amount of information and is decorated throughout with pictorial vigne...

Presented is a hand-colored, engraved folding map titled "New Map of the City of New York With Part of Brooklyn & Williamsburg" by J. Calvin Smith. The map was issued bound in th...

Presented is an original 1870 "Johnson’s Europe" map. First published in 1864, this map was issued as pages 87 and 88 in the 1870 edition of “Johnson's New Illustrated (Steel Plate) ...

This is an attractive and very scarce map of New York, published by the Yorkville brewer Jacob Ruppert in 1912. The map shows an expansive view of the region reaching from Sandy Hook in the south and Yonkers to the north, to Hicksville in the east and past Newark to the west. This beautifully colored birds eye view shows waterways with all shipping traffic, boroughs, and clearly labeled railroad routes. It is presented on period dowels and backed on its original linen. Jacob Ruppert was born in New York City in 1842 to Bavarian immigrants. His father owned a brewery in Manhattan where young Jacob learned the business of brewing. In 1862, Jacob established the Jacob...

Large 19th Century Map of London by Stanford, Edward (1827–1904) — Map of London and its Environs (1878).  Title: Map of London and its Environs, Shewing the Boundary of the Jurisdi...

Antique Map of Paris and Environs by Gall and Inglis, 1843 This finely detailed map titled "Gall & Inglis’ Plan of Paris and Environs" was published in 1843 and provides a fascinati...

Antique Paris Views Set of 6, Chamouin Engravings – Louvre, Concorde Description: A refined and highly decorative set of six original 19th-century engravings depicting some of the most celebrated landmarks of Paris, published by Chamouin in Paris circa 1855. These views belong to the renowned series Vues de Paris, prises au daguerréotype, a remarkable project that translated early photographic imagery into finely detailed steel engravings. The set includes prominent and instantly recognizable sites such as the Nouveau Louvre, Place de la Concorde, Hôtel de Ville, Palais du Sénat (Luxembourg), Bois de Boulogne, and the Palais de l’Industrie. Each composition presents a carefully structured perspective, combining grand architectural settings with animated scenes of Parisian life—figures in period dress, horse-drawn carriages, and leisurely promenades—capturing the elegance and rhythm of the city during the Second Empire. What makes this series particularly desirable is its direct connection to early photography. Based on daguerreotypes, these engravings possess an exceptional clarity and realism, offering a more precise and atmospheric depiction of Paris than earlier engraved views. The balance between documentary accuracy and refined engraving technique results in a visually sophisticated and historically rich body of work. As a cohesive group, the six prints form a harmonious decorative ensemble. The consistent format, tonal unity, and architectural focus make them ideally suited for display as a gallery wall—whether in a classic 2x3 arrangement or a linear presentation. Together, they create a timeless Parisian narrative that appeals equally to collectors and interior designers seeking an elegant European aesthetic. This is an original 19th-century set, not a reproduction. All items we offer are authentic period works of art over 100 years old. The prints are sold unframed; any framed images are shown for presentation and interior inspiration only and may not always be to scale. Condition report: Overall in good condition for age, with typical light toning and occasional spotting to the margins. Minor handling wear and age-related marks. Plate impressions visible. Strong, clean impressions with good contrast throughout. Framing tips: Best displayed as a unified gallery wall in a 2x3 arrangement. Particularly effective in dark walnut or ebonized frames with wide ivory or off-white mats for a classic museum-style presentation. For a lighter, contemporary interior, consider thin black or bronze frames with crisp white mats to enhance the architectural detail. Keywords: Paris engravings, Vues de Paris, Chamouin, Louvre print, Place de la Concorde, Hôtel de Ville, Luxembourg Palace, Bois de Boulogne, Palais de l’Industrie, antique Paris views, French architecture prints, 19th century Paris, daguerreotype engravings, Paris cityscape, Second Empire Paris, decorative wall set, architectural engravings, Paris gallery wall, French antique prints...

A large, framed historical map of Paris, based on the original engraving from 1618 by the Dutch cartographer Claes Jansz. Visscher (1586–1652). The detailed bird’s-eye view map depi...