Vintage Maps of Ireland as Wall Art

Few things carry as much history, or look as good on a wall, as an old map of Ireland. A vintage map is part document, part decoration — a beautiful object that also tells you how the island was imagined and understood in another age. Here is a short guide to vintage maps of Ireland as wall art.

Four centuries of Irish cartography

The maps in our collection span from the great European mapmakers of the 17th century to the detailed surveys of the Victorian era. They record Ireland's historic counties, coastlines and place names as early cartographers set them down — spellings, borders and all. Reading an old map of Ireland is a small journey through the country's history.

Maps of old Dublin

Historic maps of Dublin are a category of their own, documenting the city's growth from its earliest street plans through the 19th century. They pair beautifully with topographical views of the Georgian city — the kind recorded by Samuel Frederick Brocas in his famous Select Views of Dublin — for a wall that tells the story of the capital.

How to style a map print

Vintage maps are wonderfully versatile. A large framed map makes a striking single statement over a fireplace or desk; a pair or trio of county maps works as a gallery wall in a hallway or study. Warm wood frames suit their antique feel, while a clean black or white frame gives them a more contemporary edge. For more on choosing frames and placement, see our room-by-room guide to Irish art prints.

Bringing a map home

Every map is carefully restored and printed on 250gsm archival matte paper, available framed in solid wood or unframed, with free worldwide shipping. Browse the full Irish maps and vintage prints collection, explore related Irish historical prints, or start with our complete Irish Art Prints collection.