• presentation of the map reproduction without a frame
  • detail of the map from the centre
  • detail of the map from the centre left
  • detail of the map from the top left corner
  • detail of the map from the bottom left corner
  • detail of the map from the top right corner
  • detail of the map from the bottom right corner
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Antique map of Europe, 1893

SKU:  195342

Antique map of Europe, 1893

€69,02 EUR
€69,02 EUR
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The 1893 map of Europe by Rand McNally & Co. is a representative example of late nineteenth-century commercial cartography, combining geographic clarity with practical usability. Produced during a period of rapid industrialization and expanding international awareness, the map reflects both political realities and the growing demand for accessible geographic knowledge among a broad audience.

The composition presents Europe in a standardized, atlas-style format, with national boundaries clearly delineated and often highlighted through color differentiation. Major empires of the time—such as the Austro-Hungarian Empire, the Russian Empire, and the Ottoman Empire—are prominently displayed, illustrating the geopolitical structure of the continent prior to the major upheavals of the twentieth century. Smaller states and kingdoms are also carefully labeled, emphasizing the complex political mosaic characteristic of Europe at the time.

Physical geography is integrated alongside political information. Mountain ranges such as the Alps and the Carpathians are indicated through relief shading, while major rivers—including the Danube, Rhine, and Volga—are clearly traced across the map. These features provide essential context for understanding settlement patterns, economic activity, and historical development.

Urban centers are marked with varying symbols to denote their relative size and importance. Capitals and major cities stand out, reflecting their roles as administrative and commercial hubs. Railways, a crucial element of nineteenth-century infrastructure, are often included, highlighting the expanding network that connected regions and facilitated trade and travel.

Materials

Cotton canvas, matte photo paper, fine art paper, pigmented inks.

  • The canvas it's 99 % cotton, 450 gr/sqm;
  • The matte photo paper it's acid-free (archival paper), 190 gr/sqm;
  • The fine art photo paper it's satinated (semi-glossy), 140 gr/sqm.

Shipping & Returns

Dispatching time: 1-2 days.

* Standard shipping fee: The orders will be sent by priority registered mail, usually via client National Post (USPS, Canada Post, Royal Mail, LaPoste, Deutsche Post, PostNL, etc). The delivery times are not guaranteed, sometimes it will take longer and these are beyond our control. Tracking number will be provided. Clients from US and Canada cannot track the parcels as the tracking numbers are not rolled in USPS and Canada Post systems.

* UPS standard: The orders will be sent with UPS expedited option. The delivery time it's between 5-11 days. Tracking number will be provided after dispatch.

* UPS express: The orders will be sent with UPS express saver. The delivery time it's between 4-7 days. Tracking number will be provided after dispatch.

Framing tips

Both type of materials, paper and canvas prints come rolled and will be need to be taken to your local framers.

The image it's printed with a border of 0.6 " (1.5 cm), for framing purposes only.

If you have already a frame, be sure you send us the exact size of the print that will fit inside the frame. We're printing on vectorial plotters so the size could slightly be more or less with 0.4" (1 cm).

If you plan to have the canvas print stretched on wooden frame, you'll need additional border, so please let us know after placing the order.

The images above was cropped from the image at the biggest size available (keeping the best quality and aspect /ratio), so, for good details please choose biggest dimensions that will suit your preferences / space.

Care Instructions

The print media (canvas or photo paper) could be cleaned only with a dry, soft cloth.

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