Dynasty to Republic — China & Its Territories Wall Map (1912)
A turning-point portrait rendered with clarity and restraint. Published by National Geographic in October 1912, the year the Qing dynasty ended and the Republic of China emerged, this classic sheet surveys China and its territories in crisp, legible cartography. Issued alongside three China features—including “The Most Extraordinary City in the World: Notes on Lhasa — The Mecca of the Buddhist Faith”—it rewards both room-distance viewing and close study.
More Than a Map – A Testament to History
This isn’t just wall art—it’s China at the threshold of modern statehood. Read period borders and place names, trace rivers, ranges, and coasts, and see the spatial relationships that shaped politics, trade, and culture after two millennia of imperial rule. Ideal for educators, historians, designers, travellers, and collectors, it pairs beautifully with National Geographic’s China maps from 1945, 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
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Title | China & Its Territories Wall Map |
| Series | National Geographic single-sheet regional overview |
| Original Publication | 1912 (October) |
| Scale | 1:10,000,000 |
| Cartographic Content | Period borders; provinces/territories; cities & towns; rivers, coasts & relief cues |
| Map Size | 577 mm (W) × 436 mm (H) |
| Available Formats | Paper, Laminated, Canvas |
| Paper Weight | 160gsm archival-quality |
| Laminate | 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate sheets (encapsulated) |
| Canvas Weight | 395gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas |
| Inks | Pigment-based, fade-resistant |
| Optional Hang Rails | Available on Laminated & Canvas (lead time up to 10 working days) |
| Origin | Made in Australia |
Why Choose This Map
✔ Era-True Snapshot: China at the moment of transition from empire to republic (1912).
✔ Decorative & Scholarly: Strong wall presence with genuine reference value.
✔ Continuity Across Time: Complements China maps from 1945, 1964, and 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 pivotal year into focus. Order the China & Its Territories (1912) today—a faithful, beautifully produced sheet that turns a room into a conversation.
