• 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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Old map of Bangkok, 1960

SKU:  191539

Old map of Bangkok, 1960

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In 1960, Bangkok, the capital city of Thailand, was a fascinating blend of tradition and modernity. Nestled along the banks of the Chao Phraya River, the city exuded a unique charm with its bustling streets, vibrant markets, and ornate temples.

At the time, Bangkok's skyline was dominated by the majestic spires of ancient temples, such as Wat Pho and Wat Arun, which stood in stark contrast to the emerging skyscrapers that signaled the city's growing economic prowess. Despite the gradual modernization, the city retained its enchanting old-world charm, with winding alleys and canals that earned it the nickname "Venice of the East."

The streets of Bangkok buzzed with activity as traditional tuk-tuks and rickshaws shared the roads with the increasing number of cars and buses. Vendors peddled their wares on the sidewalks, offering a colorful array of fruits, textiles, and handicrafts. The aromatic scent of street food permeated the air, tempting passersby with mouth-watering delicacies like pad Thai and mango sticky rice.

Cultural events and festivals played a crucial role in the lives of the Bangkokians. The annual Songkran festival, celebrating the Thai New Year, filled the city with joyous water fights and religious ceremonies. Traditional dances, music performances, and Muay Thai matches entertained both locals and visitors alike.

Amidst the warm and welcoming smiles of the locals, Bangkok was undergoing significant social and political changes. The city's population was growing, and its economy was expanding, laying the foundation for Thailand's rapid development in the subsequent decades.

In 1960, Bangkok stood at the crossroads of tradition and modernization, an enchanting and vibrant city with a promising future that held onto its rich cultural heritage while embracing the winds of change.

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.

* AirMail option: 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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