“This is a beautifully reproduced Audubon print. It has depth of color and fabulous detail. The additional detail in the background makes it look like a real print and not like a reproduction. I've seen many original Audubon prints at Wilson Library at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and this reproduction is extraordinary.”
Print only · ships rolled in a protective tube, ready to frame
Archive Notes
| Genre | Vintage Map |
| Artist | Unattributed |
| Subject | World |
| Circa | 18th Century |
| Medium | Giclée on 325gsm archival matte |
Size Comparison
Vintage World Map 18th Centuryc. 18th Century
Archive Print Co. · archival reproduction
$80.00
Print Only · Ships Unframed
4.7567 customer reviews
Free U.S. shipping · arrives Oct 27 to Nov 3
Museum-grade archival paper
U.S. orders are printed and framed in the U.S.
30-day returns from delivery · damaged arrivals reprinted free
Archive Notes
| Genre | Vintage Map |
| Artist | Unattributed |
| Subject | World |
| Circa | 18th Century |
| Medium | Giclée on 325gsm archival matte |
Size Comparison
We restore and reproduce vintage maps, charts and prints on museum-grade paper.
The Story Behind the Print
This exquisite reproduction captures the world as cartographers understood it in the 1700s, when mapmaking was equal parts science, art, and educated guesswork. Created during the height of global exploration, these grand wall maps served dual purposes in wealthy households—practical navigation aids and symbols of worldly sophistication. Notice how entire continents bear only partial coastlines, their interiors filled with decorative flourishes where knowledge simply didn't exist yet.
The ornate cartouches and compass roses reflect the Baroque sensibilities of the era, when even the most utilitarian objects demanded artistic beauty. French and Dutch mapmakers dominated this golden age of cartography, producing works that were as much about demonstrating cultural refinement as geographic accuracy. The result is a fascinating snapshot of humanity's expanding understanding of our planet.
Printed on 325gsm museum-grade archival matte paper using fade-resistant giclée techniques with archival inks, ensuring this historical cartography will grace your walls for generations.
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
4.7567 customer reviews
“The Maryland map I received is stunning-- high quality and exactly as pictured. The seller, Justin, was very knowledgeable and responsive to all my questions about the image. I was able to follow up based on information he shared and provide this information to the recipient of my gift of this map. I will definitely shop here again.”
“Very pleased with Justin's work. We received our print in less than a week and couldn't be happier with the final result. Both the map and the frame were high quality with great detail. Justin was also a pleasure to work with and responded timely to all of my questions. I would highly recommend this shop.”
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