Pictorial maps

In the mid-20th century pictorial maps in cartoonish styles were a popular way of promoting travel and tourism. They were used to tell anecdotes about a region's history, culture and landscape in a way attractive to old and young.

A new book highlights an occasionally twisted, often amusing, always colorful tradition of hand-drawn cartography.

The Festival of Britain also used maps, guidebooks and sport to engage the population of Great Britain including the festival symbol by Abram Games

Illustrated maps of the 8 continents of the World.

Pictorial map of The Chilterns- created for the Chilterns AONB by Madeleine Smith

Immerse yourself in history with our Illustrated Vintage Map of Historic Canterbury 1952 Poster. This antique pictorial print captures the essence of England's past, offering a unique glimpse into the charm of Canterbury. A perfect addition to your home decor, this poster brings retro allure with a UK-themed touch. Whether as captivating wall art or a thoughtful gift, it embodies the timeless beauty of Canterbury's history, making a statement that resonates with both history enthusiasts and…

"Ready to frame 16\" x 20\" gallery quality print digitally restored and reproduced from a vintage map (does not include picture frame). While my maps still retain an aged appearance, colors have been corrected to overcome fading and -- where possible -- any stains, spotting, fold lines, crease marks, handwriting or catalog stamps that were not part of the original map have been removed to restore the original appearance. Then, to produce the highest quality product, my prints are made by a…

All maps contain print on the reverse side as they are extracted from books. Size of map 5.75"H x 4.25"W. Original vintage pictorial map from the 1940s. Map shows points of interest and culture of the state from a 1940s perspective. Antiques are never perfect. Please look at the picture carefully. Note that we have more than one of these maps for sale and that each one is very slightly different in its tint of color. The tone of the paper may also vary very slightly from the picture…