Old Map of Australia & Oceania, 1967: New Zealand, Borneo, Polynesia, Micronesia, Hawaii, Pacific Islands

Immerse yourself in the intricate details of the 'Australia and Oceania' map, a stunning testament to the cartographic prowess of the Polish Army Topography Service, first brought to life in 1967. This World Map, a detailed political and physical representation, captures the vast expanses of the Pacific Ocean and the land masses that punctuate its blue expanse. The map's subjects extend beyond the titular Australia and Oceania, reaching as far as Hawaii in the northeast, Polynesia in the southeast, Hong Kong in the northwest, and Borneo in the west. This expansive coverage provides a comprehensive view of the Pacific region, allowing the viewer to appreciate the scale and diversity of these distant lands.

The map is not merely a geographical tool but a historical artifact, offering a snapshot of the world as it was in the late 1960s. The political boundaries, the names of cities and countries, even the topographical details, all reflect a specific moment in time. Australia, New Zealand, Micronesia, and Polynesia are depicted with meticulous accuracy, their coastlines and interior features carefully delineated. The Pacific Ocean, vast and seemingly infinite, is a canvas upon which the mapmaker has skillfully plotted the routes of explorers and trade winds, the locations of remote islands, and the depths of the sea.

The artistic style of the mapmaker is evident in the careful rendering of each feature. The colors used are both aesthetically pleasing and functional, distinguishing land from sea, mountains from plains, and political boundaries from natural ones. The map's projection, while accurately preserving the relative sizes and shapes of the continents and oceans, also lends a certain aesthetic appeal. The curvature of the Earth is subtly suggested, giving the map a sense of depth and three-dimensionality.

The 'Australia and Oceania' map is more than a decorative piece. It is a conversation starter, a learning tool, and a portal to another time. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a geography buff, or simply someone who appreciates the beauty of maps, this piece will surely captivate and inspire. Its comprehensive coverage of the Pacific region, its historical accuracy, and its artistic appeal make it a must-have for any collector or connoisseur of fine cartography.

• Cartographic Style and Projection:
• Detailed political and physical representation.
• Comprehensive coverage of the Pacific region.
• Accurate preservation of relative sizes and shapes of continents and oceans.
• Subtle suggestion of Earth's curvature, adding depth and three-dimensionality.

• Functional and aesthetically pleasing color scheme, distinguishing different geographical features and political boundaries.

• Interesting Facts about the Cartographer:

• The map was created by the Polish Army Topography Service, a testament to their cartographic prowess.
• The map is a product of meticulous craftsmanship, with each feature carefully rendered.
• The mapmaker's artistic style is evident in the careful delineation of coastlines and interior features.

• The mapmaker has skillfully plotted the routes of explorers and trade winds, locations of remote islands, and depths of the sea.

• Interesting Historical or Physical Features Shown by the Map:

• The map offers a snapshot of the world as it was in the late 1960s.
• The political boundaries, names of cities and countries, and topographical details reflect a specific moment in time.
• The map covers a vast geographical area, including Australia, New Zealand, Micronesia, Polynesia, and parts of Asia.
• The map captures the vast expanse of the Pacific Ocean, punctuated by land masses.
• The map provides a comprehensive view of the Pacific region, allowing the viewer to appreciate the scale and diversity of these distant lands.
• The map's comprehensive coverage, historical accuracy, and artistic appeal make it a captivating piece for any collector or connoisseur of fine cartography.

Please double check the images to make sure that a specific town or place is shown on this map. You can also get in touch and ask us to check the map for you.

This map looks great at every size, but I always recommend going for a larger size if you have space. That way you can easily make out all of the details.

This map looks amazing at sizes all the way up to 50in (125cm). If you are looking for a larger map, please get in touch.

The model in the listing images is holding the 18x24in (45x60cm) version of this map.

The fifth listing image shows an example of my map personalisation service.

If you’re looking for something slightly different, check out my collection of the best old maps to see if something else catches your eye.

Please contact me to check if a certain location, landmark or feature is shown on this map.

This would make a wonderful birthday, Christmas, Father's Day, work leaving, anniversary or housewarming gift for someone from the areas covered by this map.

This map is available as a giclée print on acid free archival matte paper, or you can buy it framed. The frame is a nice, simple black frame that suits most aesthetics. Please get in touch if you'd like a different frame colour or material. My frames are glazed with super-clear museum-grade acrylic (perspex/acrylite), which is significantly less reflective than glass, safer, and will always arrive in perfect condition.