Description
Discover a piece of history for your walls with this Historical World Map Colonial Territories poster from PosterGoat — an authentic-looking, color-coded reproduction of the late 19th / early 20th century world on a Mercator projection. Perfect for history lovers, educators, and anyone who wants vintage-inspired wall art with educational depth and decorative charm.
- Illustrated detail: Crisp, high-contrast engraving-style lines and hand-tinted color regions highlight colonial possessions and political geography of the era.
- Mercator projection: Period-accurate layout that preserves compass lines and maritime navigation routes visible across the oceans — ideal for studying historic trade and telegraph routes.
- Color-coded regions: Distinct pastel hues make colonial territories easy to identify at a glance while maintaining an antique, collectible aesthetic.
- Decor-forward design: Neutral, slightly aged paper tone and subtle border frame make this poster an elegant focal point in living rooms, studies, classrooms, or office spaces.
- Educational and informative: Detailed place names, shipping lanes and geopolitical notes create a conversation-starting reference for world history, geography lessons, or vintage-map enthusiasts.
Product details & specifications:
- Vendor: PosterGoat
- SKU: MAP-A-02
- Category: Posters, Prints & Visual Artwork — Posters (Home & Garden > Decor > Artwork)
- Format & size: Poster — mm-google-shopping.custom_label_1: 18x24
- Style / theme: Vintage world map, 19th–20th century colonial territories, Mercator projection
- Collections: Travel & Places, History, Art & Aesthetic
Why collectors and decorators choose this PosterGoat map: it balances historical accuracy and artistic presentation, offering both a study resource and a refined decorative piece. The soft, aged palette complements modern minimalist and rustic interiors alike — shown here framed above sofas and in industrial loft settings to demonstrate its versatile appeal.
Bring history into your home — add this Historical World Map Colonial Territories poster to your cart today and elevate your space with a timeless conversation piece from PosterGoat.
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