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Maps (documents)

 Subject
Subject Source: Art & Architecture Thesaurus
Scope Note: Use the singular form Map for Digital Object title

Found in 519 Collections and/or Records:

Carte des Etats-Unis de l'Amerique, Suivant de Traite de Paix de 1783 (reproduction).

 Collection — Object 1
Identifier: Map-0018
Abstract

Map encompasses the eastern half of the United States, focusing on the national boundaries set in the 1783 Treaty of Paris. Map containst an engraving of a large-masted ship, with a seal of the United States affixed to the foremast. Additional details include Bermuda, an inset of southern Florida, and a listing of individual states and their capitals. Reproduction includes a booklet by Lester J. Cappon, explaining the context of the map and the reproduction process.

Dates: 1784

Carte Geographique, Statistique et Historique du District de Columbie

 Collection — Object 1
Identifier: Map-0426
Abstract

Map shows the District of Columbia, with explanatory text.

Dates: ca. 1825

Charlottesville, Virginia in 1856 (reproduction)

 Collection — Object 1
Identifier: Map-0143
Abstract

Engraving shows birds-eye view of Charlottesville, Virginia, in 1856, largely focusing on the University of Virginia. Reproduction was made in 1973.

Dates: 1856

Christiansburg Quadrangle

 Collection — Object 1
Identifier: Map-0798

Christiansburg, Va. (Reproduction)

 Collection — Object 1
Identifier: Map-0246
Abstract

Insurance map shows part of Christiansburg, Virginia. Reproduction is in the negative.

Dates: 1885

City of Washington

 Collection — Object 1
Identifier: Map-0427
Abstract

Map shows the city of Washington, D.C., color-coded into sections, with references and the plan of the principal floor of the Capitol.

Dates: 1850

City of Williamsburg, Virginia (reproduction)

 Collection — Object 1
Identifier: Map-0165
Abstract

Map shows layout of and buildings of interest in colonial Williamsburg. Reproduction created 1974.

Dates: 18th century

Clifford-Wysor Collection

 Collection
Identifier: Ms-2022-008
Abstract

This collection consists primarily of pocket/folded maps and travel guides from about 1852-1955. In addition, there are personal papers from the Clifford and Wysor families, some of whom are likely responsible for collecting the maps and guides. The personal papers date from 1951-1958.

Dates: 1852 - 1958