Southwest Asia Wall Map - Published 1963 by National Geographic

Gateways, Coasts & Caravans — Southwest Asia Wall Map (1963)

A crisp mid-century survey of a vast cultural crossroads. Published by National Geographic in May 1963, this sheet spans Southwest Asia with clean, legible cartography and finely balanced typography. Signature insets of Bombay (Mumbai), Calcutta (Kolkata), and Karachi bring urban form into focus, while a thematic inset charts Muslim populations across the region. It’s an elegant reference that rewards both room-distance viewing and close study—and pairs beautifully with National Geographic’s 1961 Southeast Asia map.

More Than a Map – A Testament to History

This isn’t just wall art—it’s a snapshot of trade routes, shorelines, and city networks at a pivotal postcolonial moment. Read period boundaries, trace coasts and river systems, and situate capitals, ports, and corridors across a continent-bridging theater. Ideal for educators, historians, designers, travellers, and collectors.

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: Southwest Asia as charted in 1963, with clear period boundaries.
✔ City Focus: Insets spotlight Bombay (Mumbai), Calcutta (Kolkata), and Karachi.
✔ Thematic Insight: Regional Muslim population inset adds demographic context.
✔ Decorative & Scholarly: Strong wall presence with genuine reference value.
✔ 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 pivotal crossroads into focus. Order the Southwest Asia (1963) today—a faithful, beautifully produced sheet that turns a room into a conversation.