North Eastern China Wall Map - Published 1900 by National Geographic

North Eastern China — National Geographic Wall Map (1900)

A pioneering portrait in black and white. Published in September 1900, this historic North Eastern China wall map is National Geographic’s first map of China—a true collector’s piece. Rendered in elegant monochrome, it pairs crisp linework with translations of common terms and callouts to key features, including the Great Wall and imperial tomb sites. A refined snapshot of turn-of-the-century cartography, made to command a wall and reward close study.

More Than a Map – A Testament to History

This isn’t just wall art—it’s a frame for understanding late-Qing era geography through early National Geographic craftsmanship. Clear labeling, transliterated terms, and carefully noted landmarks bring context to a region where dynastic heritage meets modern change. Ideal for collectors, historians, educators, designers, and Sinology enthusiasts, it pairs beautifully with other early-1900s National Geographic sheets.

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 small 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 provide a polished, ready-to-hang presentation—no frame required. (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 and protect against wear; 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

✔ First of Its Kind: National Geographic’s debut China map—a milestone for collectors.
✔ Historic Detail: Notes and translated terms illuminate landmarks and geography.
✔ Classic Aesthetic: Handsome black-and-white cartography with sharp, period linework.
✔ Decorative & Scholarly: Strong wall presence; richly rewarding at close inspection.
✔ 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 turn-of-the-century China into focus—order the North Eastern China Wall Map (1900) and turn your space into a conversation.