Auction details
Cartography, Calligraphy & More - Live Collectibles Auction
Status:
Live auction (3 days to go)
Type:
Live auction with webcast bidding
At:
5451 N Rural St, Indianapolis, Indiana, 46220. USA. tel: (317) 251-5635
Description
Preview: By Appointment Only. Contact Charlie@RipleyAuctions.com to schedule an appointment. Auction Date: Thursday, 11/06/25 03:00 PM NO IN-PERSON BIDDING IS PERMITTED FOR THIS SALE We are excited to welcome you to our charming Cartography, Calligraphy and Clock-tion where the timeless craftsmanship of antique time-pieces, maps and pens shine in every lot. Our hand-picked, curated auction from multiple collectors will leave you with a newfound appreciation for every-day Americana. We will begin with a showcase of etched and hand-colored maps by cartographers of the past that have an exceptional eye for detail, including John George Bartholomew, Samuel Augustus Mitchell, and Gerardus Mercator. Next up will be our collection of vintage pens and pencils, featuring notable brands like Tiffany, Schaeffer, and Eversharp, perfect for collectors of all writing instruments. Whether you prefer ball-point, fountain or click, there is something for everyone here. Last but certainly not least is a wide array of vintage & antique clocks. From wall-hanging clocks to mantel clocks, art deco to modern, and everything in between, these carefully curated collections have been preserved well for the enjoyment of future generations. Our inventory is sure to make you tick, with clock-makers like E. Ingraham, Seth Thomas, and F.C. Andrews. As always, shipping & handling is done by our in-house shipping partner, Shipping Saint. Happy Bidding!
Auction lots (221)
Page 1 of 3
Lot 1
5
Unknown Artist, "Carte Generale des Decouvertes...
de l'Amiral de Fonte". Unknown Artist, "Carte Generale des Decouvertes de l'Amiral de Fonte", A framed historical map titled...
Lot 2
4
Gilles Robert de Vaugondy, "Carte des parties...
nord et ouest de l'Am?rique". Gilles Robert de Vaugondy, "Carte des parties nord et ouest de l'Am?rique" An antique map titled...
Lot 3
4
Alain Manesson Mallet (France, 1630-1706),...
"Carte Generale" and "Novvaux Continent Amerique", hand-colored prints. Alain Manesson Mallet (France, 1630-1706), "Carte...
Lot 4
4
Henry Gray, "Laurens District, South Carolina"
Henry Gray, "Laurens District, South Carolina" A framed map titled 'Laurens District, South Carolina' surveyed by Henry Gray in...
Lot 5
4
Thomas Bowen, "A New & Accurate Map of Europe"
Thomas Bowen, "A New & Accurate Map of Europe" A framed antique map titled 'A New & Accurate Map of Europe' drawn from the best...
Lot 6
9
Joseph Meyer, "Westliche Halbkugel & Destliche...
Halbkugel". Joseph Meyer, "Westliche Halbkugel & Destliche Halbkugel" Pair of framed antique maps titled 'Westliche Halbkugel'...
Lot 7
4
Thomas Gamaliel Bradford (Massachusetts,...
1802-1887), "South Carolina Map". Thomas Gamaliel Bradford (Massachusetts, 1802-1887), "South Carolina Map" A framed antique map...
Lot 8
3
Antonio Zatta (Italy, 1757-1797), "Messico...
ouvero Nuova Spagna". Antonio Zatta (Italy, 1757-1797), "Messico ouvero Nuova Spagna" A framed antique map titled 'Messico...
Lot 9
4
Julius Bien, "Map of the States of Kansas and...
Texas and Indian Territory". Julius Bien, "Map of the States of Kansas and Texas and Indian Territory" A framed historical map...
Lot 10
5
John Blaeu, "Fife Pars Occidentalis"
John Blaeu, "Fife Pars Occidentalis" A framed historical map titled 'Fife Pars Occidentalis: The West Part of Fife' by John...
Lot 11
4
Robert Morden, "Scotland Map"
Robert Morden, "Scotland Map" A framed antique map of Scotland by Robert Morden, possibly from the year 1688. The map is detailed...
Lot 12
4
Robert de Vaugondy, "Partie de l'Am?rique...
Septentrionale". Robert de Vaugondy, "Partie de l'Am?rique Septentrionale" A framed antique map titled 'Partie de l'Am?rique...
Lot 13
8
Sydney Hall (London, 1830), "British America &...
The United States and Map of The United States". Sydney Hall (London, 1830), "British America & The United States and Map of The...
Lot 14
4
Nicholas Sansone, "Hispania Antiqua Tabula"
Nicholas Sansone, "Hispania Antiqua Tabula" A framed antique map titled 'Hispania Antiqua Tabula', depicting the historical...
Lot 15
5
Alexander Cluny, "Carte de la Partie de la...
Carte du Capitaine Cook". Alexander Cluny, "Carte de la Partie de la Carte du Capitaine Cook" A framed historical map titled...
Lot 16
4
Clouet (France, 1769), "Mappe-Monde"
Clouet (France, 1769), "Mappe-Monde" A framed antique map titled 'Mappe-Monde' by Mr. l?Abbe Clouet, a notable French...
Lot 17
4
H. Warren, "Western Hemisphere", 1851
H. Warren, "Western Hemisphere", 1851 A framed antique map titled 'Western Hemisphere' by H. Warren. The map features detailed...
Lot 18
5
G. & C. Colton, "Map of Sweden and Norway"
G. & C. Colton, "Map of Sweden and Norway" A framed antique map titled 'Colton's Sweden and Norway'. This map features detailed...
Lot 19
4
Robert de Vaugondy, "Carte du Nouveau Continent"
Robert de Vaugondy, "Carte du Nouveau Continent" A framed antique map titled 'Carte du Nouveau Continent' by Robert de Vaugondy,...
Lot 20
7
T.G. Bradford, "Various US Cities"
T.G. Bradford, "Various US Cities" A framed collection of antique maps, possibly from a historical atlas or geographical study....
Lot 21
4
Arnold Montanus, "Virginae Partis Australis Et...
Florida". Arnold Montanus, "Virginae Partis Australis Et Florida" A framed antique map depicting the regions of Virginia and...
Lot 22
4
C.F. Volney, "Map of the Continent of North...
America To Illustrate the System of The Winds and Currents". C.F. Volney, "Map of the Continent of North America To Illustrate...
Lot 23
4
Giovanni Magini (Italy, 1597), "Universi Orbis...
Descriptio Ad Usum Navigantium". Giovanni Magini (Italy, 1597), "Universi Orbis Descriptio Ad Usum Navigantium" A framed map...
Lot 24
4
Doolittle Newhaven, "Map of South Carolina"
Doolittle Newhaven, "Map of South Carolina" A framed antique map of South Carolina, featuring detailed geographical features....
Lot 25
3
Unknown Artist, "Aberdeen & Banff"
Unknown Artist, "Aberdeen & Banff" A framed antique map titled 'Aberdeen & Banff'. It provides a detailed depiction of the...
Lot 26
5
Thomas Kitchin (London, 1755-1770), "North...
America". Thomas Kitchin (London, 1755-1770), "North America" A framed antique map titled ?North America' by Thomas Kitchin, an...
Lot 27
4
Natorie Lorrain (France, 1795-1862), "Am?rique...
Septentrionale". Natorie Lorrain (France, 1795-1862), "Am?rique Septentrionale" A framed antique map titled 'Am?rique...
Lot 28
4
J. Bartholomew, "Lower Estuary of the Forth and...
Adjacent Country". J. Bartholomew, "Lower Estuary of the Forth and Adjacent Country" A framed vintage map of the ?Lower Estuary...
Lot 29
6
S. Augustus Mitchell, "St. Louis"
S. Augustus Mitchell, "St. Louis" A framed vintage map of St. Louis, showcasing detailed street layouts and geographical...
Lot 30
5
J. Rapkin, J. Marchant, "South America"
J. Rapkin, J. Marchant, "South America" A framed antique map of South America by J. Rapkin, featuring detailed geographical...
Lot 31
6
P. Bertius, "Scotia Septentrionalis and Scotia...
Australis". P. Bertius, "Scotia Septentrionalis and Scotia Australis" A framed set of two antique maps titled 'Scotia...
Lot 32
5
G.W. Boynton, "Northern and Southern Hemispheres"
G.W. Boynton, "Northern and Southern Hemispheres" A framed print depicting maps of the Northern and Southern Hemispheres,...
Lot 33
4
T. Bowen, "A new & Accurate Map of that part of...
Great Britain called Scotland". T. Bowen, "A new & Accurate Map of that part of Great Britain called Scotland" A framed antique...
Lot 34
5
Thomas Kitchin, "Scotland from the Best...
Authorities". Thomas Kitchin, "Scotland from the Best Authorities" A framed antique map of Scotland titled "Scotland from the...
Lot 35
7
John Melish, "St. Louis and Adjacent Country"
John Melish, "St. Louis and Adjacent Country" A framed map titled 'St. Louis and Adjacent Country' by John Melish depicting the...
Lot 36
6
G. Mercator (Belgium, Germany, 1512-1594),...
"Scotia". G. Mercator (Belgium, Germany, 1512-1594), "Scotia" A framed historical map of Scotland, titled 'Scotia' created by G....
Lot 37
4
Anthony Finley, "Missouri"
Anthony Finley, "Missouri" A framed antique map titled "Missouri" by Anthony Finley, created between 1829-1830. The map includes...
Lot 38
6
Unknown Artist, "Figure LXXXII Mer Mediterranee...
Selon Les Anciens". Unknown Artist, "Figure LXXXII Mer Mediterranee Selon Les Anciens" A framed print of a historical map...
Lot 39
5
Unknown Artist, "Isles, Caps Et Ports De Mer De...
L?Amerique". Unknown Artist, "Isles, Caps Et Ports De Mer De L?Amerique" A framed antique map titled ?Isles, Caps et Ports de...
Lot 40
6
Rand, McNally & Co., "Map of Kansas"
Rand, McNally & Co., "Map of Kansas" A framed vintage map of Kansas, featuring detailed county divisions and geographical...
Lot 41
4
Unknown , "Illinois & Missouri Map"
Unknown , "Illinois & Missouri Map" A framed antique map depicting the regions of Illinois and Missouri. The map shows detailed...
Lot 42
6
Unknown Artist, Untitled Map of the United States
Unknown Artist, Untitled Map of the United States A framed print of a historical map of the United States possibly made in 1854,...
Lot 43
6
Thomas Jefferys, "Sweden, Denmark, Norway, and...
Finland". Thomas Jefferys, "Sweden, Denmark, Norway, and Finland" An antique map of Sweden, Denmark, Norway, and Finland,...
Lot 44
4
Unknown Artist, "Le Nord de l'Europe"
Unknown Artist, "Le Nord de l'Europe" A framed antique map titled 'Le Nord de l'Europe' depicting the northern regions of Europe....
Lot 45
8
Unknown Artist, "The Country on Both Sides of...
the Mississippi". Unknown Artist, "The Country on Both Sides of the Mississippi" An antique map titled 'The Country on Both...
Lot 46
6
Carey & Lea, "Carte G?ographique, Statistique...
et Historique de la G?orgie". Carey & Lea, "Carte G?ographique, Statistique et Historique de la G?orgie" This is an antique map...
Lot 47
6
John Cary, ?New Map of America?
John Cary, ?New Map of America? A framed antique map titled 'New Map of America' by John Cary, showcasing the Americas with...
Lot 48
4
Johnson and Ward, "New Military Map of the...
United States". Johnson and Ward, "New Military Map of the United States" A framed antique map titled 'New Military Map of the...
Lot 49
4
"Geographical, Statistical, and Historical Map...
of Indiana" engraved by Young and Delleker. "Geographical, Statistical, and Historical Map of Indiana" engraved by Young and...
Lot 50
3
C.C. Royce, "Map of the Former Territorial...
Limits of the Cherokee Nation of Indians". C.C. Royce, "Map of the Former Territorial Limits of the Cherokee Nation of Indians"...
Lot 51
4
U.S. Government WWII Aeronautical Maps
U.S. Government WWII Aeronautical Maps A collection of 38 vintage aeronautical maps produced by the U.S. Government during WWII....
Lot 52
3
?Veteris et Nova Britanniae Descriptio? by...
Philipp Cl?ver. ?Veteris et Nova Britanniae Descriptio? by Philipp Cl?ver Decorative small map of Britain with cartouches in...
Lot 53
4
?North America? by John C. Russell
?North America? by John C. Russell An antique hand-colored map of North America by J. Russell. The map details the geographical...
Lot 54
3
"United States, Exhibiting the Railroads &...
Canals" From an Unidentified Maker. "United States, Exhibiting the Railroads & Canals" From an Unidentified Maker An antique map...
Lot 55
8
Three antique maps by Alain Mallet from ?Terres...
Arctiques?. Three antique maps by Alain Mallet from ?Terres Arctiques? Three antique maps originally made by Alain...
Lot 56
6
John Tallis, "Independent Tartary"
John Tallis, "Independent Tartary" A historical map titled 'Independent Tartary' by John Tallis, featuring detailed illustrations...
Lot 57
6
Robert de Vaugondy, "Carte des Terres Arctiques"
Robert de Vaugondy, "Carte des Terres Arctiques" A historical print featuring maps of the Arctic regions, showing different...
Lot 58
5
Unidentified Maker, Historic Maps of Europe and...
India. Unidentified Maker, Historic Maps of Europe and India A collection of three antique maps depicting regions of Europe and...
Lot 59
4
Johnson and Ward map of Central America
Johnson and Ward map of Central America An antique hand-colored lithograph map titled 'Johnson's Central America' by Johnson and...
Lot 60
3
C.C. Royce, "Map Showing the Territory...
Originally Assigned to the Cherokee Nation of Indians West of the Mississippi". C.C. Royce, "Map Showing the Territory...
Lot 61
17
Assorted collection of maps of Kansas
Assorted collection of maps of Kansas A collection of 7 unframed maps of Kansas from various map makers and time periods. Maps...
Lot 62
18
Group of Historical Maps of St. Louis
Group of Historical Maps of St. Louis Group of 11 historical topographic maps of St.Louis and the Missouri River Chanel. Includes...
Lot 63
8
Pair of Maps of Alaska by The U.S. Government
Pair of Maps of Alaska by The U.S. Government Two historical maps of Alaska, ?The Copper River and Adjacent Territory Alaskan...
Lot 64
4
Guillaume Delisle, "Hemisphere Septentrional...
pour voir Les Terres Arctiques", 1714. Guillaume Delisle, "Hemisphere Septentrional pour voir Les Terres Arctiques", 1714 An...
Lot 65
10
Collection of Six maps of Ancient Britain,...
Scotland, Edinburgh, and Nova Scotia. Collection of Six maps of Ancient Britain, Scotland, Edinburgh, and Nova Scotia A group of...
Lot 66
10
French Burgundy 1579 map Burgundiae by...
Ferdinando Lannoyo (Flemish, 1527 - 1598) hand colored engraving, Abraham Ortelius Atlas. French Burgundy 1579 map Burgundiae by...
Lot 67
15
Historical map of the Province of Ulster in...
Northern Ireland, illustrated by John Speed. Historical map of the Province of Ulster in Northern Ireland, illustrated by John...
Lot 68
19
Lot of 7 Books on Ancient Maps by Various Authors
Lot of 7 Books on Ancient Maps by Various Authors A collection of seven books focusing on ancient maps and cartography. Titles...
Lot 69
15
Collection of Books on Maps and Cartography by...
Various Authors. Collection of Books on Maps and Cartography by Various Authors A collection of six books focused on maps and...
Lot 70
15
Various Authors, "A Collection of 7 Books on...
Maps and Cartography", books. Various Authors, "A Collection of 7 Books on Maps and Cartography", books A collection of books...
Lot 71
5
Collection of six volumes titled 'Antique Map...
Price Record & Handbook?. Collection of six volumes titled 'Antique Map Price Record & Handbook? A collection of six volumes...
Lot 72
5
Collection of ?Map Collectors' Circle Map...
Collectors' Circle Map Collectors' Series? journals, publication. Collection of ?Map Collectors' Circle Map Collectors' Series?...
Lot 73
5
9 Books on Maps and Cartography by various authors
9 Books on Maps and Cartography by various authors A collection of books focused on maps and cartography. 'Facsimile-Atlas' by...
Lot 74
3
Collection of Map and Exploration Books,...
various authors. Collection of Map and Exploration Books, various authors A collection of paperback and hardcover books related...
Lot 75
4
Various Authors, Collection of Historical...
Exploration Books. Various Authors, Collection of Historical Exploration Books A collection of books related to historical...
Lot 76
4
Collection of 9 Books on Maps by Various Authors
Collection of 9 Books on Maps by Various Authors A collection of 9 books focused on maps and cartography, including titles such...
Lot 77
3
Collection of Cartography Books by various authors
Collection of Cartography Books by various authors A collection of 9 books focused on cartography and historical maps. Titles...
Lot 78
2
Lot of 6 Books on Maps and Cartography by...
Various Authors. Lot of 6 Books on Maps and Cartography by Various Authors A collection of six books focusing on antique maps...
Lot 79
6
Group of MapForum Magazines
Group of MapForum Magazines A collection of 11 MapForum magazines featuring various articles and biographies related to...
Lot 80
2
Collection of 7 Cartography Books by Various...
Authors. Collection of 7 Cartography Books by Various Authors A collection of seven books related to cartography and geography,...
Lot 81
3
Collection of Historical Books by Various Authors
Collection of Historical Books by Various Authors A collection of 7 historical and geographical books, including titles such as...
Lot 82
3
Collection of Vintage Books by Various Authors
Collection of Vintage Books by Various Authors A collection of 7 vintage books including titles such as 'Great River: The Rio...
Lot 83
4
Collection of Cartography Books by Various Authors
Collection of Cartography Books by Various Authors A collection of four books focused on the cartography and discovery of North...
Lot 84
4
Collection of Historical Books on Maps by...
Various Authors. Collection of Historical Books on Maps by Various Authors A collection of six books focusing on historical and...
Lot 85
5
Collection of Historical Map Books by Various...
Authors. Collection of Historical Map Books by Various Authors A collection of 8 historical books on maps including 'The Atlas...
Lot 86
4
Opportunity Lot of Pamphlet Maps
Opportunity Lot of Pamphlet Maps A collection of various maps and guides, including National Geographic maps, Michelin maps, and...
Lot 87
3
Collection of Historical Map Books by Various...
Authors. Collection of Historical Map Books by Various Authors A collection of seven books focused on historical maps and...
Lot 88
3
Collection of Cartography and Exploration 8...
Books by Various Authors. Collection of Cartography and Exploration 8 Books by Various Authors A collection of 8 books related...
Lot 89
5
Collection of Historical Books on American...
Exploration by Various Authors. Collection of Historical Books on American Exploration by Various Authors A collection of...
Lot 90
3
Grouping of Books on Geography and The History...
of Books on Geography and The History of Cartography. Grouping of Books on Geography and The History of Cartography A collection...
Lot 91
4
3 Historical Books on North American Maps
3 Historical Books on North American Maps A collection of historical books including 'The American Heritage Picture History of...
Lot 92
5
Collection of Historical Maps and Atlases
Collection of Historical Maps and Atlases A collection of historical map books including 'The Mapping of America', 'The United...
Lot 93
4
The Map Collector magazine near complete...
collection. The Map Collector magazine near complete collection A set of 'The Map Collector' magazines. Near complete...
Lot 94
4
Opportunity Lot, Mercator?s World magazines
Opportunity Lot, Mercator?s World magazines A collection of 44 Mercator?s World magazines, spanning various issues and volumes....
Lot 95
9
Collection of Historical Atlases
Collection of Historical Atlases A collection of historical atlases. ?An Atlas of Early Maps of the Midwest? and ?An Atlas of...
Lot 96
14
Lot of 4 Atlases of Kansas
Lot of 4 Atlases of Kansas Four historical atlases of parts of Kansas.?Standard Atlas of Mitchell County Kansas? published by...
Lot 97
4
19th Century Holy Bible printed by Samuel D....
Burlock & Co. in Philadelphia. 19th Century Holy Bible printed by Samuel D. Burlock & Co. in Philadelphia Antique Holy Bible...
Lot 98
6
Jefferson 14k nib Green Marble Fountain Pen
Jefferson 14k nib Green Marble Fountain Pen Stored in plastic case
Lot 99
6
Vintage Art Deco style AXT Sterling Silver...
Miniature Mechanical Pencil. Vintage Art Deco style AXT Sterling Silver Miniature Mechanical Pencil Stored in plastic case
Lot 100
6
Parker 21 Maroon Fountain Pen
Parker 21 Maroon Fountain Pen Stored in plastic case