“I contacted Paola and asked if she could print me a Sanibel Island map - even though there wasn't one on her page for sale. She immediately responded with "yes" and sent me a photograph before printing for me to approve. My package came well protected; and my picture is absolutely perfect! It looks beautiful in the distressed wood frame I bought. My mom is going to love it; and now I have to order one for myself!”
| Genre | Vintage Map |
| Artist | Unattributed |
| Subject | Lisbon Portugal |
| Circa | 19th Century |
| Medium | Giclée on 325gsm archival matte |
Vintage Map of Lisbon Portugal 19th Centuryc. 19th Century
Archive Print Co. · archival reproduction
| Genre | Vintage Map |
| Artist | Unattributed |
| Subject | Lisbon Portugal |
| Circa | 19th Century |
| Medium | Giclée on 325gsm archival matte |
We restore and reproduce vintage maps, charts and prints on museum-grade paper.
The Story Behind the Print
This 19th-century map of Lisbon captures the Portuguese capital's hillside layout, waterfront, and historic quarters with quiet precision. Created during Portugal's period of urban renewal following the devastating 1755 earthquake, this cartographic gem shows how the city rebuilt itself into the geometric grandeur we recognize today. The careful linework traces the Baixa district's orderly grid, the serpentine Tagus River, and the seven hills that give Lisbon its distinctive character.
Portuguese cartographers of this era were documenting a phoenix rising from the ashes. Under the Marquis of Pombal's reconstruction vision, medieval Lisbon transformed into a model of Enlightenment urban planning. This vintage map print preserves that pivotal moment when ancient neighborhoods met rational design, creating one of Europe's most beloved capitals.
Reproduced on 325gsm museum-grade archival matte paper using giclée printing with archival inks, ensuring this historical cartography will grace your walls for generations without fading.
Colors may vary slightly between screens and the finished piece — the print will always be richer.
About the Frame
Framed pieces are built to order in solid wood with clear acrylic glazing, dry-mounted artwork, a kraft paper dust cover, and hanging wire. Each piece arrives ready to hang. No mat. Satin Black has a 7/8-inch face and adds 1.25 inches to the total width and height. Slimwood Silver and Slimwood Gold have a 1 1/8-inch face and add 1.75 inches to the total width and height.
The selected size refers to the artwork itself. Framed orders are custom made and ship within 7 to 10 business days, free in the U.S. See our shipping and return policies for framed piece details.
Customer notes
From our collectors
“I absolutely love my framed map of Charleston. I ordered the 36x48 and it looks gorgeous hanging in my kitchen. The size makes it such a statement piece and everyone comments on how much they like it! It came with the hanging hardware, which was helpful and easy to use.”
“Justin did a fantastic time job! The print was gorgeous and exactly what I was looking for . Can not recommend him enough !! If you are looking for a high quality expensive looking print look no further . Will 100% be purchasing another print again . Thanks Justin !!!”





