1870 Map of the World by Baur & Bromme

The 1870 Neueste Karte Der Erde (Newest Map of the World) by C.F. Baur and Traugott Bromme is more than just a world map for merchants — it is a synthesis of exploration history, physical geography, and commercial geography. Issued just after the opening of the Suez Canal and on the eve of German unification, it presents an up-to-date, practical view of the globe with coastlines, colonies, ports, and trade routes highlighted. It reflects both the state of global geography before the Scramble for Africa and Germany’s growing interest in overseas commerce. By showing explorer routes across the hemispheres and including inset maps of winds and ocean currents, it taught users how the environment and exploration underpinned trade. It is both a didactic school tool and a practical commercial reference, perfectly embodying late-19th-century German geography’s blend of science and commerce.

This map is a reproduction of a historical map that is now in the public domain. It has been selected for its aesthetic appeal and historical interest and carefully restored and reproduced to preserve its original detail and character. There may be marks and fold lines visible, which add to the authentic look. The map is printed on your choice of 230gsm heavyweight coated paper with a matte finish or 350gsm canvas. Most old maps were printed on uncoated rag or wood pulp papers, so a matte finish best represents the original map.