Farewell, April! As we wrap up the month, we are excited to announce our return to normal operating hours:
Starting May 15th
10am-5pm Monday through Saturday
12-5pm on Sundays
Our Guest Rooms are booking up for the summer, so if you plan to visit the Cape, make your plans soon!
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Below, we shall highlight some exciting new maps, but you can always visit our Newly Listed Maps section to see everything from the past month or so. We have a Great Maps - Super Deals category that offers our discounted items. And don't forget that we also have a category specifically for maps under $100!
If you are looking for something specific, we recommend using the search function or the "Filter By" function on the left side above the listings to search within a category.
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A Mysterious Chart Fragment |
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By comparing this fragment of a nautical chart to one in the Leventhal collection at the Boston Public Library, we have determined this is part of Captain Holland's "A new and correct chart of the coast of New England and New York with the adjacent parts of Nova Scotia and New Brunswick from Cape Sable to the entrance of Hudsons or North River" published by Laurie and Whittle. There are several examples from 1794 at notable collections, however this example is slightly later, as it references "The Light[house] of Cape Cod"; the first lighthouse on Cape Cod was built by the order of George Washington in 1797. There are hand-colored markings for other lighthouses on the Cape, but only the first Cape lighthouse has the printed symbol. Some interesting details include "Crab Bank" along the east of Cape Cod, interesting spellings of some locations (Cohasset is Konohasset and Nauset is Nursset), and seven partial recognition profiles on the left side. The barrier beaches of Chatham are shown almost like shoals and there is a note that says "Old Entrance 30 Years ago." We cannot find any other example of this version of this chart, either for sale or in any collection. |
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1799 (circa) - Fragment of Captain Holland's A new and correct chart of the coast of New England and New York with the adjacent parts of Nova Scotia and New Brunswick from Cape Sable to the entrance of Hudsons or North River - Antique Map |
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The Adirondack Picture Map |
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This stunning map of the Adirondacks with Lake Champlain and Lake George was made by E.A. Knight in 1920 and copyrighted in 1921 by A.S. Knight. Printed at a time when automobiles (and automobile roads) were just gaining prominence, this map indicates macadam (paved) roads in thick red lines; thin red lines are graded roads and white lines are dirt roads. |
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1921 - The Adirondack Picture Map - Antique Pictorial Map |
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With a variety of fascinating topics, we hope to have an antique print for any interest! Recently we have added cows, Connecticut views, an astronomical print, a view of Salt Lake City and one of the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone. |
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Note: any "rainbows" or strange wavy patterns in the image of black and white prints are called moire pattern- caused by taking a digital photo or scan of the many parallel lines in the engraving- these are not in the print and we can try to take more photos if you are concerned. The images on our website may have less moire effect than those condensed for an email. |
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A Colorful Geologic Map of Massachusetts & Rhode Island |
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If you are looking for an impactful map for your wall, a geological map might be the perfect one for you! This large map indicates the geology of MA and RI with a detailed key. |
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1916 - Geologic Map of Massachusetts and Rhode Island - Antique Map |
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A 19th Century re-creation of the Southack Map |
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This map is a copy produced by the US Government in 1890 of a map that was originally produced in 1710 by Cyprian Southack. It is a stunning chart of the coast line from New York City to Boston. It's a bit odd to wrap your head around an antique reproduction, but this map is just that! |
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1890 - A Portion of a Map of New England, or the so-called Southack Map - Antique Map |
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We also sell it as a modern reproduction with hand-coloring, which really brings it to life! |
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We wish we could highlight every newly-added map, chart, and print and give each one its moment in the spotlight, but unfortunately it just isn't possible. Here are a few more noteworthy items you don't want to miss! |
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We have a small collection of reasonably priced Biblical Maps, available online now! |
1937 - Cape Cod - Antique Map
Can be purchased as framed, or unframed.
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City View Specialty Reproductions |
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Maps of parts of Italy around the time of the Third Italian War of Independence |
1866 - Naples, Northern Portion - Antique Map |
1866 - War Map Lombardy and Venice - Antique Map |
1854 - Tidal Currents of Long Island Sound and Approaches - Antique Chart |
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Our shop is currently operating on winter hours!
Tuesday - Saturday 10am - 5pm.
We are closed Sundays and Mondays until May 15th.
Or give us a call at: 508-945-1660
If you or your loved-ones need accommodations, send them over to our converted 18th century farmhouse, Chatham Guest Rooms. We have been very well reviewed on TripAdvisor!
Do you need a getaway? Take a Spring trip to Cape Cod and enjoy the nearby bike path!
Planning for summer? Make your bookings early to ensure you get your preferred dates and accommodations! We are getting bookings daily for the summer months.
Book your stay now at Chatham Guest Rooms! The rates are reasonable and you will be staying in the building that is home to Maps of Antiquity! You can pop in to look at maps quite easily during business hours. We rent rooms year 'round!
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Maps of Antiquity | 508-945-1660 | 1409 Main St, Chatham MA | Website
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