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Auckland Historic Wall Map 1959

Auckland Historic Wall Map 1959

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Vintage New Zealand Cartography | Heritage Reproduction | Premium Finishes

Step back into mid-20th century Auckland with this faithfully reproduced 1959 Department of Lands and Survey map — a remarkable snapshot of the city and its surroundings at a pivotal time in its growth. Rich in cartographic detail, this map captures the geography, infrastructure, and urban layout of Auckland as it was over 60 years ago, making it both a historical document and a striking piece of wall art.


📜 Historical Highlights

  • Authentic 1959 Cartography – Shows the city’s road network, suburbs, harbours, and surrounding landscape as recorded by the New Zealand Department of Lands and Survey.

  • Mid-Century Style – Original typography, colour palette, and design aesthetics preserved in high-quality reproduction.

  • Cultural Significance – Offers a fascinating insight into Auckland’s development before the rapid expansion of the late 20th century.


📐 Specifications

Feature Detail
Title Auckland Historic Wall Map – 1959
Original Publisher New Zealand Department of Lands and Survey
Year Published 1959
Reproduction Size 960 mm (W) x 780 mm (H)
Materials 160 gsm matte-coated paper / 80-micron gloss laminate / 395 gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas
Origin Printed and finished in Australia

✨ Available Finishes

Format Description
🖨️ Paper (160 gsm) Heavyweight matte-coated paper — perfect for framing under glass.
🧼 Laminated (Encapsulated) Fully sealed between two sheets of 80-micron gloss laminate — water-resistant, tear-resistant, and ideal for frequent handling.
🪵 Laminated with Wooden Hang Rails Laminated map mounted with lacquered timber rails (top & bottom) and a hanging cord — ready to display.
🖼️ Canvas (395 gsm) Printed on HP Professional Matte Canvas with archival pigment-based inks — richly textured and fade-resistant.
🪵 Canvas with Wooden Hang Rails Canvas mounted with natural lacquered timber rails and hanging cord for a heritage-inspired finish.

🔨 Please allow up to 10 working days for delivery of hang-railed maps, as they are professionally mounted by our framer.


💡 Why You’ll Love This Map

✔️ Authentic reproduction of a mid-century Auckland map
✔️ Decorative yet historically informative
✔️ Available in archival paper, durable laminate, or premium canvas
✔️ Makes a perfect conversation piece for homes, offices, and libraries
✔️ A thoughtful gift for Auckland history enthusiasts and collectors


🎯 Perfect For

  • Local Historians & Collectors – See Auckland as it was in 1959

  • Interior Styling – Bring a vintage New Zealand aesthetic to your walls

  • Educational Settings – Ideal for classrooms, museums, and libraries

  • Gifting – A unique heritage present for anyone connected to Auckland


The Auckland Historic Wall Map – 1959 is more than a map — it’s a window into the past, a statement piece of decor, and a celebration of New Zealand’s cartographic heritage.

👉 Select your size and finish above to make this piece of history your own.




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