Relief, Rivers & Biomes — World Physical Wall Map (1975)
A snapshot of Earth’s natural form, rendered with clarity and restraint. Published by National Geographic in November 1975, this physical sheet brings the planet’s mountain ranges, major rivers, vegetation zones, deserts, and named landforms into sharp focus. Subtle hypsometric colour, clean linework, and precise labelling reward both room-distance viewing and close study. It’s the fabric of the natural world—elevated, hydrographic, and unmistakably of its era—made to study, admire, and display.
More Than a Map – A Testament to Nature
This isn’t just wall art—it’s a reference frame for understanding Earth’s structure and climate patterns at a glance. Relief shading, drainage systems, and biome tints reveal how continents rise, water moves, and ecosystems organize across latitude and elevation. Ideal for educators, planners, scientists, designers, and collectors, this sheet stands alone beautifully and pairs perfectly with contemporary political maps for a complete classroom or studio set.
Hang it in studios, libraries, classrooms, museums, offices, or at home to invite reflection, study, and conversation.
Premium Materials & Finishes
We treat geography 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 relief shading 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 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
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Title | World Physical Wall Map |
| Series | National Geographic single-sheet world map |
| Original Publication | November 1975 |
| Scale | Not specified |
| Cartographic Content | Relief shading; mountain ranges; major rivers; deserts; vegetation zones; named physical features; hypsometric tints |
| Map Size | 890 mm (W) × 610 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
✔ Nature at a Glance: Read Earth’s relief, rivers, deserts, and biomes with immediate clarity.
✔ Clarity at Scale: Gentle hypsometric tints and precise labels reward close study and display.
✔ Decorative & Scholarly: A striking centrepiece with genuine reference value.
✔ Pair for Context: Combine with a political map for a complete physical–political classroom set.
✔ Archival Craft: Premium substrates and inks preserve contrast, labels, and linework for decades.
Our Commitment
We believe that preserving geography is as important as teaching 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 Earth’s natural tapestry into focus. Order the World Physical Wall Map (1975) today—a faithful, beautifully produced sheet that turns a room into a conversation.
