China Wall Map - Published 1945 by National Geographic

War’s End, New Fault Lines — China Wall Map (1945)

A pivotal mid-century portrait rendered with clarity and restraint. Published by National Geographic in June 1945—alongside “China Fights Erosion with U.S. Aid”—this classic sheet surveys China at the close of World War II, just before a new internal conflict reshaped the nation. Clean, legible cartography, period borders, and dense place-naming reward both room-distance viewing and close study—made to admire, reference, and display.

More Than a Map – A Testament to History

This isn’t just wall art—it’s China on the cusp of profound change. Read late-war boundaries and toponyms, trace river systems, ranges, and coasts, and examine the transport web that linked cities and hinterlands. Ideal for educators, historians, designers, travellers, and collectors, it pairs beautifully with National Geographic’s China maps from 1912, 1964, and 1991 for a time-spanning display.

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 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—perfect for classrooms and high-traffic reference spaces.

Optional Natural Timber Hang Rails: lacquered rails with a fitted hanging cord—ready to display. (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; 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

✔ Era-True Snapshot: China as charted in 1945, at the close of WWII.
✔ Decorative & Scholarly: Strong wall presence with genuine reference value.
✔ Continuity Across Time: Complements companion China maps (1912, 1964, 1991).
✔ Clarity at Scale: Fine linework and crisp labels read beautifully near or far.
✔ 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.

Bring a transformative moment into focus. Order the China (1945) today—a faithful, beautifully produced sheet that turns a room into a conversation.