Antique Map of Moravia, Czechia – Von Reilly Nro 114
Mapmaker: Franz Joseph Johann von Reilly
Die Markgrafschaft Mähren No. 114
(German for: The Margraviate of Moravia No. 114)
This map presents a comprehensive view of the Margraviate of Moravia (Mähren), a constituent territory of the Habsburg Monarchy. It illustrates central and southern Moravia, showing major towns, rivers, and the intricate network of roads and administrative borders that defined the region in the late 18th century. The geography is dominated by Brünn (Brno), the capital and administrative center, with additional focus on Kremsier (Kroměříž), Znaim (Znojmo), Iglau (Jihlava), and Olmütz (Olomouc), which lies near the northeastern edge. The surrounding terrain includes hilly and forested areas, especially toward the Bohemian border. A richly detailed cartouche in the upper left corner features three hunting dogs beside a stone slab and cannon, possibly symbolizing vigilance, protection, or noble leisure traditions—iconography that complements Moravia’s status as a frontier march and cultural heartland. The design and density of labels reflect a well-structured, settled region with strong connections to neighboring lands including Bohemia, Austria, and Silesia.
Czechia – The Czech Republic:
Brünn (Brno), Olmütz (Olomouc), Iglau (Jihlava), Znaim (Znojmo), Kremsier (Kroměříž), Znaym (Znojmo), Göding (Hodonín), Auspitz (Hustopeče), Leipnik (Lipník nad Bečvou), Hradisch (Uherské Hradiště), Wisowitz (Vizovice), Prossnitz (Prostějov), Wischau (Vyškov), Ungarisch Hradisch (Uherské Hradiště), Zlabings (Slavonice), Aussee (Úsov), Boskowitz (Boskovice), Trebitsch (Třebíč), Mährisch Kromau (Moravský Krumlov), Namiest (Náměšť nad Oslavou), Sternberg (Šternberk), Neutitschein (Nový Jičín), Tischnowitz (Tišnov), Zwittau (Svitavy), Jaroslawitz (Jaroslavice), Loschitz (Loštice)
Publisher: Reilly, Vienna
Dimensions: Most maps from this work measure 35 x 27.5 cm
In the late 18th Century, cartographer Franz Johann Joseph von Reilly embarked on a project to publish a multi-volume atlas of the entire world entitled Schauplatz der fünf Theile der Welt (published in several editions between zwischen 1789 und 1806). Over 800 maps of Europe were created, however the Napoleonic Wars proved to be an obstacle to completing the third part of the atlas, which was to have been dedicated to the other regions of the world. Von Reilly’s maps were sought after for their accuracy and detail.
In addition to being a mapmaker, Joseph von Reilly was was also an art dealer, author and publisher. He was born in 1766, the son of court master John Reilly, and died in 1820 in Vienna. His other major work was: Grosser Deutscher Atlas
These maps have a distinctive format, somewhat smaller than most maps of the period. Most measure 35 x 27.5 cm.
