Antique Maps
If you’re after something truly exceptional, consider a rare piece from Barry Lawrence Ruderman Antique Maps, Inc., the world’s largest dealer of antique maps, sea charts and city plans. Their extensive, carefully curated collection lets you search by region, date, cartographer and more, helping you find a one-of-a-kind work that fits your taste. Prices range from the low hundreds to several million dollars, and collectors include institutions such as the British Museum and the Library of Congress. Displaying one of these maps turns any wall into an authoritative conversation piece. Pictured: $27,500.
© Mova Globes
Green and Gold Globe
Globes may seem like a finished design, but MOVA reinvented the category with self-rotating globes that spin silently using solar cells, magnets and the Earth’s magnetic field. The result is a graceful, motion-filled display that suits a range of interiors and stand styles. Among the variety of finishes, the Green and Gold Globe stands out: its rich emerald oceans paired with gleaming gold landmasses make a striking, elegant statement. Multiple stands and color combinations let you personalize the globe to match your decor. Pictured: $328.
© Howdy Owl
Wooden World Map
For a refined travel display, try Howdy Owl’s carved wooden world map. Made to order in the United States, the piece measures 66 by 33 inches and is delivered in three stained panels that hang easily without complicated measuring or leveling. It’s an attractive backdrop for push-pin memories, and the maker offers distinctive gold- and silver-toned pins to mark favorite destinations. The map can be customized with a family name, business title or a short inspirational line, and comes in gray/black or tan/brown finishes (pictured). $690.
© Timothy Youlton
Metallic City Map
Celebrate urban architecture with the New York Metal Map from Timothy Oulton. This dramatic 58-inch square wall piece is built from laser-etched layers of steel that trace Manhattan and its nearby neighborhoods, including portions of New Jersey. Backlighting turns the installation into a warm, golden glow at night while the brushed-steel finish reads cool and contemporary by day, offering two distinct moods in a single, impactful artwork. $7,180.