Western Hemisphere, World Atlas by Rand, McNally and Co. (1908)

A Hemisphere Comes Into Focus — Western Hemisphere, World Atlas (1908) by Rand McNally & Co.

Stand at the centre of the Americas as editors and engravers saw them in 1908. This handsome hemispheric plate from Rand McNally & Company’s World Atlas gathers North and South America into one rational, navigable frame—coastlines crisp against the latitude/longitude grid, oceans open and legible, principal cities and boundaries set in balanced mid-Edwardian style. It’s the Western Hemisphere rendered for study and display: calm, comparative, and immediately readable across the room.

More Than a Map – A Testament to History

This is not just wall art—it’s a pre–First World War snapshot of the New World. Every line and label reflects the geopolitical imagination of the early 20th century, when atlases taught navigation, commerce, and civics in equal measure. Ideal for historians, educators, geographers, designers, and collectors, this plate is both a visual treasure and a dependable teaching tool.

Display it in classrooms, libraries, studios, offices, museums, or your home, and create a space that invites 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 the highest quality materials and modern archival printing techniques.

🌟 Archival Paper Print
Printed on heavyweight 170gsm archival-grade paper.
Smooth matte finish reduces glare and preserves fine coastline hatching and typographic clarity.
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 strength.
Pigment-based, fade-resistant inks deliver deep tone and razor-sharp labels 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

✔ A Classic Hemisphere Perspective: See the Americas in a single, balanced frame that aids comparison and orientation.
✔ Turn-of-the-Century Craft: Period engraving and typography that elevate any interior while supporting serious study.
✔ Decorative & Scholarly: Reads beautifully across a room and rewards close inspection.
✔ Crafted to Last: Archival substrates and inks preserve contrast and fine linework for decades.
✔ Ready to Display: Optional hang-railed laminated or canvas editions offer a museum-quality presentation—no frame required.
✔ A Meaningful Gift: Perfect for map lovers, educators, travellers, and design-minded collectors.

Our Commitment

We believe that preserving history is as important as telling it. Every print is made 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 the Western Hemisphere into clear view. Order the Western Hemisphere (1908) by Rand McNally & Co. today—a faithful, beautifully produced atlas plate that turns a room into a conversation.