• presentation of the map reproduction without a frame
  • detail of the map from the centre
  • 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 city plan of Shanghai, China, 1917

SKU:  190747

Old city plan of Shanghai, China, 1917

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The "Recently Measured New Map of Shanghai," published in 1917 by Jin Feng She (金鳳社), a Japanese-Chinese publishing house in Shanghai, is a remarkable cartographic masterpiece that encapsulates the rich historical tapestry of this bustling metropolis. This bilingual map, adorned with both Chinese and Japanese text, serves as a visual gateway to the vibrant city of Shanghai, offering an intricate portrayal of its urban landscape during a pivotal era.

This meticulously crafted map provides an unparalleled level of detail, allowing viewers to immerse themselves in the city's diverse districts, including the International Settlement, the French Concession, and the venerable Old City. Moreover, it masterfully traces the arteries of transportation, featuring major roads, railways, and waterways that were essential lifelines in the city's dynamic growth.

Beyond its practical utility, the map assumes a role as a cherished historical artifact, preserving a snapshot of Shanghai during a time when it held a preeminent status as a global hub for trade and commerce. Its bilingual nature underscores the international character of Shanghai during this epoch, reflecting the coexistence of Chinese and Japanese cultures within the city's bustling streets.

The "Recently Measured New Map of Shanghai" transcends its utilitarian purpose, emerging as a work of art in its own right. Its intricate design and aesthetics make it a captivating addition to any collection, appealing not only to scholars and historians but also to connoisseurs of beauty in cartography.

Key features of this extraordinary map include its meticulous detailing of Shanghai's urban topography, its bilingual annotations in Chinese and Japanese, its thorough depiction of vital transportation networks, its invaluable role as a historical testament to the city's past, and its intrinsic allure as a decorative masterpiece. In sum, this map embodies the fusion of history, culture, and artistry, offering a mesmerizing window into the multifaceted world of 1917 Shanghai.

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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