James Polar Projection of the Globe, Pacific Center (1860) Wall Map

Polar Geometry & Sea-Lanes — James’s Pacific-Centred Globe (1860)

A snapshot of the world reimagined from the pole, rendered with clarity and restraint. This Pacific-centred polar projection—devised by Major General Sir Henry James, Director-General of the British Ordnance Survey, and published in 1860—presents two-thirds of the sphere in a single, elegant construct. Continental outlines, ocean basins, and a crisp graticule of meridians and parallels are set out in clean, legible cartography that rewards both room-distance viewing and close study. It’s the globe as geometry—precise, comparative, and unmistakably of its era—made to study, admire, and display.

More Than a Map – A Testament to History

This isn’t just wall art—it’s a nineteenth-century exercise in mathematical cartography and global perspective. By centring the Pacific, the projection rebalances familiar relationships among the Americas, Asia, and Oceania, revealing routes and regions often split by traditional Atlantic-centred views. Ideal for educators, navigational historians, designers, and collectors, this sheet stands alone beautifully and pairs powerfully with modern world projections for then-and-now comparison.

Hang it in studios, libraries, classrooms, museums, offices, or at home to invite reflection, study, and conversation.

Premium Materials & Finishes

We treat history with the respect it deserves. That’s why we offer multiple formats, each produced using high-quality materials and modern archival printing.

🌟 Archival Paper Print
Printed on heavyweight 160gsm archival-grade paper.
Smooth matte finish reduces glare and preserves fine linework and small labels.
Ideal for framing under glass—clean, timeless, and built to last.

💎 Laminated Edition
Encapsulated in two sheets of 80-micron gloss laminate using true thermal bonding—not just surface lamination.
Moisture-resistant, wipe-clean surface; the laminate also helps filter UV, reducing fade over time.

Optional Natural Timber Hang Rails: lacquered rails with a fitted hanging cord provide a polished, ready-to-hang presentation—no frame required. (Please allow up to 10 working days for delivery with hang rails.)

🏆 Museum-Quality Canvas
Printed on heavyweight 395gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas for rich texture and exceptional strength.
Pigment-based, fade-resistant inks deliver deep tone and crisp typography that endure for generations.

Optional Natural Timber Hang Rails: lacquered to enhance the wood grain and protect against wear; top cord for effortless hanging—elegant in any setting. (Please allow up to 10 working days for delivery with hang rails.)

Specifications

Why Choose This Map

✔ Perspective Shift: A Pacific-centred view that reunites oceanic regions often split on standard maps.
✔ Geometric Elegance: A classic polar projection illustrating two-thirds of the sphere with precision.
✔ Decorative & Scholarly: Striking wall presence with genuine reference value.
✔ Research-Friendly: Laminated option supports dry-erase notes and map dots without permanent marks.
✔ Archival Craft: Premium substrates and inks preserve contrast, labels, and linework for decades.

Our Commitment

We believe that preserving history is as important as telling it. Every map is printed locally in Australia using state-of-the-art technology, carefully checked by hand, and packed with care. From the moment it leaves our workshop to the day it hangs on your wall, we ensure quality you can trust and a legacy you’ll be proud to share.

Shift your world view. Order the James’s Pacific-Centred Polar Projection (1860) today—a faithful, beautifully produced sheet that turns a room into a conversation.