• 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 pictorial map of Taiwan, 1955

SKU:  194048

Old pictorial map of Taiwan, 1955

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The vintage pictorial map of Taiwan issued by Taiwan Travel Service in 1955 offers a captivating and informative snapshot of Taiwan during the mid-1950s. This visually enchanting map is adorned with vibrant illustrations showcasing Taiwan's most iconic landmarks, even including Taipei 101, which had not yet been constructed in 1955.

The map beautifully encapsulates Taiwan's rich cultural tapestry, religious heritage, and natural splendor. It invites viewers to explore the island's diverse landscapes, from majestic mountains to dense forests and picturesque beaches. In addition to its aesthetic appeal, this map serves as a valuable educational resource, shedding light on Taiwan's history, culture, and top attractions.

Highlighted on the map are key features that define Taiwan's allure:

Sun Moon Lake: Nestled in central Taiwan, this enchanting lake is celebrated for its stunning scenery and its multitude of temples and shrines, which are thoughtfully depicted on the map.

Taroko National Park: Located in eastern Taiwan, Taroko National Park is renowned for its dramatic landscapes, including marble gorges, cascading waterfalls, and lush forests. The map captures the park's breathtaking vistas.

Taipei 101: While not yet constructed in 1955, this skyscraper has since become an iconic landmark, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the city skyline and symbolizing Taiwan's modernity.

Temples and Shrines: Taiwan's vibrant cultural heritage is exemplified by its beautiful temples and shrines, and the map highlights some of the most significant ones, such as Taipei's Longshan Temple and Kaohsiung's Fo Guang Shan Buddha Museum.

Hot Springs: Taiwan's abundant hot springs are a cherished tourist destination, and the map showcases various hot springs, including Taipei's Beitou Hot Springs and New Taipei City's Wulai Hot Springs.

The 1955 vintage pictorial map of Taiwan, thoughtfully crafted by the Taiwan Travel Service, serves as a valuable educational tool for those eager to delve into the island's history, culture, and attractions. Beyond its informative qualities, it stands as a work of art, offering visual delight to cartography enthusiasts and anyone who appreciates the beauty and diversity of Taiwan.

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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