vintage maps

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I love vintage maps. They tell a history that can not be shared in any other way, and they are so beautiful. The study and practice of making maps is called cartography. It is not known exactly when map making began, but we do know that the ancient Greeks and Romans began the practice of cartography as early as the 6th century BC. 


The oldest maps were carved into clay tablets.

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Wow, I would love to see some of those. 


Today, vintage and antique maps are very popular for home decor and for repurposing.


They make beautiful wall paper.

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Some more ideas for repurposing vintage maps.

from the shop of cottonbirddesigns

so lovely when framed and grouped on a wall.

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a pretty way to spruce up a lampshade

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or an old metal trash can.

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Maps can give new life to an old piece of furniture.

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I can just see all those ideas spinning around in your head right now and if you need some vintage maps, I am currently adding them to Gossamer Memories. I have a few listed now, but there will be a lot more coming in the next few days. Stop by for a visit.

1923 map

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