Australia | Map | 1875 | Vintage Map

The "Special Map of Australia in 9 Sheets" from 1875 is one of the most detailed historical maps of the Australian continent. Drawn at a scale of 1:3,500,000, this colored map shows the then-colonies of Western Australia, South Australia, Queensland, New South Wales, and Victoria in clearly delineated shades – a fascinating testament to 19th-century colonial history and cartography.

The map is striking for its extraordinary level of detail: the finest coastlines, river systems, mountain ranges, and settlements are recorded, as is the marked route of a research expedition through the Australian outback. The fine grid and decorative title cartouche underscore the high cartographic and artistic quality of the original. Due to age, a slightly different tint caused by fading is visible between the individual sheets – an authentic feature that emphasizes the historical character of the original.

Historical maps show traces of time and use, the intensity and nature of which vary depending on the map and its intended purpose. The offered print is a reproduction.

You can order the print in the indicated formats.
All maps are delivered unframed and packed securely. If a framed version is listed with the product's dimensions and prices, you can also order it framed.

We strive to represent colors as accurately as possible. However, due to different monitor and device settings (brightness, contrast, saturation), slight color deviations may occur between the screen display and the print.