Business Details
47 Years
experience
Antique Maps & Prints Since 1979 in Boulder, CO
Art Source International has been a trusted leader in antique map and print sales for over 40 years. Established in 1979 on Boulder's Historic Pearl Street Mall, we maintain a vast inventory of 35,000 original antique maps and 7,000 antique prints, alongside Replogle Globes and historic Colorado photographs. Our expertise spans centuries of cartographic history, offering rare and reproduction maps from the 15th century to WWII, including specialized collections like Coastal Survey Maps and Civil War-era cartography. With a 110-year-old physical gallery serving as a local landmark, we combine deep industry knowledge with personalized service, assisting collectors and first-time buyers worldwide. Our team's decades of experience in authentication, valuation, and conservation framing ensures clients receive expert guidance.We maintain rigorous standards in inventory management, with extensive archival materials and UV-protected displays. As pioneers in online antique sales since 1979, we balance digital accessibility with traditional retail excellence. Our commitment to education includes detailed collector resources and authentication guides. With four decades of continuous operation, we've witnessed evolving collecting trends while maintaining steady market expertise. Our physical location remains a hub for both local patrons and international visitors seeking quality cartographic materials.
Services
Antique Maps
Vintage Prints
Replogle Globes
Custom Framing
Historic Colorado Photos
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- 40+ years specializing in authenticated antique cartography
- Largest online inventory with 35,000+ original maps
- Expert conservation framing services available
- Physical gallery since 1979 on Boulder's Historic Mall
- Specialized knowledge in historical map authentication
Services
Antique Maps
We offer original antique maps dating from the 15th century through WWII, including rare Coastal Survey Maps, Civil War-era cartography, and city views. Our collection spans global regions with specialized expertise in North American historical mapping. Each piece undergoes authentication verification before sale.
Vintage Prints
Our vintage print collection features botanical illustrations, architectural studies, and natural history engravings from the 17th through 19th centuries. We maintain both European and American printmaking traditions, including works by Audobon and other master printmakers.
Replogle Globes
We carry Replogle's complete line of globes from 4.7" desktop models to 32" floor globes. Our inventory includes illuminated, raised relief, and antique-styled globes with both traditional and modern geographic representations.
Custom Framing
Our professional framing services use conservation-grade materials including acid-free matting and UV-protective glass. We specialize in museum-standard framing for valuable documents, with four certified framers and over 2000 molding samples available.
Historic Colorado Photos
We maintain over 2,000 original Colorado photographs from 1865-1940, including works by William Henry Jackson and Louis McClure. Our collection documents historic towns, mining operations, and mountain landscapes across Colorado's development period.
People
George Karakehian
Owner
George founded Art Source International in 1979 after graduating from Colorado State University. With Armenian heritage and Boston roots, he transitioned from insurance sales to full-time antique dealing, establishing Boulder's premier cartographic resource.
Questions
Do you sell reproduction antique maps?
Yes, we offer high-quality reproductions of rare maps and bird's-eye view cityscapes on archival paper, maintaining historical accuracy while making collectible cartography accessible.
Can you help locate specific antique maps?
Yes, we maintain an extensive offline inventory and work with global dealers to help locate specific maps through our 'Request an Item' service.
Do you provide framing services for antique maps?
Yes, our certified framers specialize in conservation framing using acid-free materials and UV protection for preserving valuable cartographic works.
What geographic regions do your maps cover?
Our collection spans global regions including all continents, with particular depth in North American history, Colorado heritage, and European cartographic traditions.
How can I verify antique map authenticity?
We provide authentication documentation for all original maps, with expertise in identifying period-specific paper types, printing techniques, and provenance verification.
Do you offer international shipping?
Yes, we ship worldwide with insured packaging, having served collectors and institutions across six continents from our Boulder, Colorado location.
