Stanford's Compendium of Geography and Travel (1878) by Edward Stanford

A Victorian Window on the World — Stanford’s Compendium of Geography & Travel (1878)

Step into the late-nineteenth century’s grand survey of the globe. First published in 1878 by London’s eminent atlas house Edward Stanford and based on Friedrich von Hellwald’s Die Erde und ihre Völker, this wall-ready reproduction distils an era of inquiry and exploration into elegant, authoritative cartography. Coastlines, countries, and trade routes are rendered with Victorian clarity—an invitation to see how scholars, travellers, and mapmakers framed the world at the dawn of modern travel.

More Than a Map – A Testament to History

This is not just wall art—it’s a primary window onto Victorian scholarship and print craft. Every engraved line and carefully set label reflects how places were measured, compared, and taught to a curious public. Ideal for historians, educators, collectors, designers, or anyone who loves classic atlas-making, it’s both a visual treasure and a superb teaching tool.

Display it in classrooms, offices, museums, libraries, or your home, and create a space that invites 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 the highest quality materials and modern archival printing techniques.

🌟 Archival Paper Print
Printed on heavyweight 160gsm archival-grade paper.
Smooth matte finish that reduces glare and preserves fine Victorian linework and typography.
Ideal for framing under glass, showcasing period detail with sophisticated clarity.

💎 Laminated Edition
Encapsulated in two 80-micron gloss laminate sheets using true thermal bonding—not just surface lamination.
Moisture-resistant, wipe-clean surface ideal for schools, offices, or high-traffic areas.

Optional Natural Timber Hang Rails: Lacquered rails provide a polished, classic look. With a fitted hanging cord, your laminated map is ready to display—no framing required. (Please allow up to 10 working days for delivery with hang rails.)

🏆 Museum-Quality Canvas
Printed on heavyweight 395gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas, chosen for its rich texture and exceptional strength.
Uses pigment-based, fade-resistant inks that produce vibrant colour and crisp lines built to endure for generations.

Optional Natural Timber Hang Rails: Lacquered to enhance the wood grain and protect against wear, with a top cord for effortless hanging—timeless and elegant. (Please allow up to 10 working days for delivery with hang rails.)

Specifications

Why Choose This Map

✔ Victorian Perspective: See the world as leading nineteenth-century scholars arranged and explained it.
✔ Atlas-House Pedigree: From Edward Stanford, one of the great names of British cartography and travel publishing.
✔ Readable & Refined: Calm typography and precise engraving that shine on the wall and reward close study.
✔ Crafted to Last: Premium substrates and archival inks preserve colour and linework for decades.
✔ Ready to Display: Optional hang-railed laminated or canvas editions offer a museum-quality presentation—no frame required.
✔ A Thoughtful Gift: Ideal for historians, teachers, travellers, and design-minded collectors.

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.

Bring Victorian world-making into your space. Order Stanford’s Compendium of Geography & Travel (1878) today—a faithful, beautifully produced tribute to the age of exploration, learning, and print.