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Justus Perthes' 1906 map of the South Polar Sea, with Antarctica at the centre of a blue ocean, coloured expedition routes and inset maps
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  • Justus Perthes' 1906 map of the South Polar Sea, with Antarctica at the centre of a blue ocean, coloured expedition routes and inset maps
  • Detail of Perthes' 1906 South Polar map showing its inset of the Cape Peninsula, with Table Bay and False Bay
1906 South Polar Map by Justus Perthes

1906 South Polar Map by Justus Perthes

R590
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Details

The 1906 Justus Perthes map Süd-Polar-Meer (South Polar Sea) depicts Antarctica in the midst of the Heroic Age of Exploration. It shows fragmentary coastlines, expedition tracks, and immense blank spaces, reflecting both the achievements of Scott, Ross, and Borchgrevink, and the vast unknowns that would soon be tackled by Shackleton, Amundsen, and Scott’s later expeditions. Produced by one of Europe’s premier map publishers, it was both a scientific record and a symbol of humanity’s unfinished quest to explore the last continent.

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.
Size Guide

This map is available in the size/s as indicated above.

For special size requests, email us on contact@africamapart.co.za
Paper & Printing

We offer high quality 230gsm heavyweight coated paper with a matte finish or 250gsm canvas.  The matte finish of both of these best represents the original map and the excellent colour and resolution is perfect for framing or stretching. 

We use pigment-based inkjet printing technology to achieve gallery-quality results. Unlike standard dyes, pigment inks offer exceptional colour accuracy, crisp detail, and archival longevity, so your artwork retains its vibrance over time. 
Shipping + Returns
  • Turnaround time is important to you (and to us).  Each product is printed on demand so that you receive a brand new print instead of one that has been sitting on a shelf.  This leads to production times that will vary, but orders will typically be shipped out within 2-6 business days with longer wait times occurring during the busy holiday periods.  
  • All of our maps are carefully packaged & delivered in a firm cardboard tube.
  • We currently deliver nationwide in South Africa only and use The Courier Guy.
  • We offer 30-day returns on all
    products. Read more about our return policy here.

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