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PO Box 329, Larchmont, NY, USA
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Monday to Friday: 10:00 – 18:00
Saturday: by appointment
Closed: all bank holidays and 1-31 August
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Rare Atlases
We are the world’s leading dealer in rare atlases by mapmakers such as Blaeu, Mercator, Ortelius, Ptolemy, Speed, and Waghenaer.
At Daniel Crouch Rare Books, located in the heart of historical St James's in London, we specialise in the art and history of atlases and maps, treasures that have charted human endeavour and curiosity through navigation, exploration and understanding our planet's geography. Printed atlases came of age perhaps with Abraham Ortelius's landmark publication, Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, in 1570, a work that revolutionised cartography by offering a standardised, comprehensive view of the world as it was known then. Ortelius's atlas wasn't merely a tool for navigation; it embodied human curiosity and our innate desire to understand the Earth's vastness. These early atlases, now prized for their rarity, were indispensable to the explorers of the Age of Discovery, shaping the geopolitical contours of their time.
The rare atlases of the mid- to late-modern era have also evolved to reflect the rapid advancements and changes in our world. They go beyond geographical boundaries to encompass thematic elements that reveal the social, political and environmental narratives of our times. These atlases, blending science, art and history, offer profound insights into how population distributions have shifted, political borders have transformed, and human activities have impacted our environment. At Daniel Crouch Rare Books, we're passionate about fostering a global perspective and deep appreciation for our planet's diversity and complexity through the rich history and evolution of atlases. From the foundational maps of yesteryears to the detailed, thematic atlases of today, our collection celebrates human creativity and our endless pursuit of knowledge.
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Find Us
New York
PO Box 329, Larchmont, NY, USA
Opening hours, London Gallery
Monday to Friday: 10:00 – 18:00
Saturday: by appointment
Closed: all bank holidays and 1-31 August
Opening hours, New York
By appointment only