New Zealand Wall Map by J Bartholomew published 1874

An Elegant Historical Reproduction | Available in Paper, Laminate, or Canvas
Size: 600 mm (W) x 466 mm (H)
An exquisite enlargement of J. Bartholomew’s 19th-century engraving, this finely detailed map of New Zealand brings colonial cartography to life—now available in archival formats for modern collectors, decorators, and educators.

📜 A Window into Colonial New Zealand

First published in 1874 by the celebrated Scottish cartographer John Bartholomew, this map offers a rich and finely crafted view of New Zealand in the post-Treaty era, when European settlements were expanding and regions were being charted with increasing precision.

Enlarged from a historic plate, this reproduction retains the elegant typographic style and period shading of Bartholomew’s original work. It serves as both a historical reference and a decorative statement, perfect for historians, antique map collectors, and those with a connection to Aotearoa’s early settler history.

🌏 Key Features

• 🧭 Authentic 1874 cartographic styling — accurate to the original engraving

• 🏞️ Detailed coastal outlines, inland terrain, early townships, and place names

• 📍 Emphasis on provincial boundaries and settlement zones of the time

• 🖋️ Elegant typography and hachure shading, true to Victorian-era mapping

• 🇳🇿 Depicts both Te Ika-a-Māui (North Island) and Te Waipounamu (South Island)

• 🎨 Enlarged for clarity without compromising historic detail

Whether used as a reference, a teaching aid, or simply a striking feature piece, this map is a rare insight into how New Zealand was viewed and measured in the late 19th century.

🖨️ Available in Three Premium Formats

Each version of this map is printed to museum-grade quality standards, ensuring durability, clarity, and an authentic presentation.

📄 160gsm Matte Paper (Unframed, Rolled)

• Clean and crisp, perfect for custom framing

• Matte surface for low glare and high detail visibility

• Lightweight and easy to handle

💧 Encapsulated Gloss Laminate (80 Micron)

• Fully sealed between two sheets of 80-micron gloss laminate

• Tear-resistant, moisture-resistant, and wipe-clean

• Ideal for schools, libraries, or high-use settings

• Enhances colours while protecting the print

🖼️ 395gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas

• Printed with archival pigment-based inks for exceptional depth and colour

• Heavyweight 395gsm matte canvas – resistant to fading and environmental wear

• Textured for an elegant, gallery-quality appearance

• Upgrade with optional timber hang rails for a ready-to-hang finish

⏳ Please allow up to 10 business days for hang-rail assembly by our in-house framer.

🪵 Optional Timber Hang Rails (Laminated & Canvas)

Transform your map into a beautifully presented wall hanging with our natural timber hang rail system:

• 🪵 Lacquered wooden battens top and bottom

• 🧵 Hanging cord attached to the top batten – easy single-hook display

• 🖐️ Precision fitted by hand for a balanced, refined appearance

Perfect for studies, libraries, or heritage spaces.

📐 Product Specifications

🎯 Perfect For

• 📚 Historians and collectors of vintage cartography

• 🏡 Interior stylists seeking timeless, meaningful décor

• 🎓 Educators teaching New Zealand’s colonial past

• 🎁 Gift-givers looking for a thoughtful piece of New Zealand heritage

• 🗂️ Offices, libraries, and institutions with a historical or cultural focus

🇦🇺 Proudly Printed in Australia

Each map is printed locally using premium materials and museum-grade techniques. Whether framed, laminated, or hung as a canvas tapestry, this map honours New Zealand’s past in a way that is both educational and beautifully timeless.

🛒 Order Yours Today

Use the dropdown menu to choose your preferred:

• Material – Paper, Laminate, or Canvas

• Finish – Rolled or with Hang Rails (canvas only)

Rediscover New Zealand’s colonial geography through the lens of a true cartographic master.
Elegant, historical, and enduring—this 1874 Bartholomew map is a window into the world as it once was.