• 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 Central Asia, 1895

SKU:  195360

Antique map of Central Asia, 1895

€71,40 EUR
€71,40 EUR
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The 1895 map of Central Asia by Edward Stanford is a detailed and methodically constructed representation of a vast and geopolitically significant region during the late nineteenth century. Produced by the well-known London publishing house associated with Stanford, the map reflects both the expansion of geographic knowledge and the strategic interests of European powers in Asia during the era often described as the “Great Game.”

The composition encompasses an extensive territory stretching from the eastern frontiers of Persia (modern Iran) across Turkestan and toward western China, including parts of Afghanistan and the Russian-controlled степpe regions. Political boundaries are carefully delineated, often highlighted through color, distinguishing territories under the influence of the Russian Empire and those bordering British spheres of interest in India.

Physical geography is rendered with clarity and precision. Major mountain systems such as the Tien Shan and Pamir ranges are depicted using relief shading, emphasizing the rugged terrain that historically limited movement and shaped settlement patterns. Rivers, including the Amu Darya and Syr Darya, are clearly traced, underscoring their importance as lifelines in otherwise arid landscapes.

Urban centers and caravan routes are marked throughout the map, reflecting both traditional trade networks and emerging lines of communication. Cities such as Samarkand and Bukhara are identified as key cultural and commercial hubs along historic Silk Road pathways.

Stylistically, the map prioritizes legibility and accuracy over elaborate decoration, consistent with Stanford’s reputation for producing practical reference maps. Clean typography and systematic organization make it accessible for scholars, officials, and travelers alike.

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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