map collection
[mæp kəˈlɛkʃən]
nounpl: map collections
coleção de mapas
1. A curated group or assemblage of maps, typically organized by geography, time period, theme, or cartographic technique, often housed in libraries, museums, or private ownership
The Library of Congress maintains one of the largest map collections in the world.
A Biblioteca do Congresso mantém uma das maiores coleções de mapas do mundo.
2. A systematic arrangement of cartographic materials compiled for study, reference, or preservation purposes
Her personal map collection includes antique charts from the Age of Exploration.
A coleção pessoal de mapas dela inclui cartas antigas da Era da Exploração.
Map collections are highly valued in both American and Brazilian institutions. In Brazil, significant map collections exist at the Biblioteca Nacional do Brasil and various state libraries. In the USA, institutions like the Library of Congress and the Newberry Library in Chicago house world-renowned collections. These collections serve academic, historical, and cultural preservation purposes, with increasing emphasis on digitization and public access.
Related Idioms & Phrases
to have a comprehensive map collection
to curate a map collection
to digitize a map collection
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