Rare Old Map of New South Wales and Victoria by Arrowsmith 1844: Sydney, Melbourne, Port Phillip, Bass Strait, routes 1817–40
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Añade dos artículos elegibles a tu carrito para recibir 20% de descuento. Añade un tercero y será complementario (equivalente a 33% de descuento al comprar tres).
No se necesita código — la oferta se aplica automáticamente al finalizar la compra.
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South Eastern Portion of Australia, issued in 1844 by John Arrowsmith, captures a continent on the cusp of transformation with the cool assurance of a master cartographer. The title signals his focus with unflinching precision: a judicious portrait of New South Wales and the Port Phillip District at a moment when counties, routes, and rivers were instruments of policy as much as geography. Arrowsmith’s signature outline color distinguishes counties and numbers them for swift reference, while a clear legend translates chromatic grace into practical intelligence. Issued amid the evolution of his celebrated atlas—whose expanded 1842 issue, with additional maps through 1844, is noted as an unrecorded variant by Verner, Phillips, and the British Museum—this map exemplifies the mid-century shift toward modern, information-rich design paired with spare, luminous elegance.
Arrowsmith’s design marries restraint with depth. Counties are washed in lucid tones and crisply numbered, their borders threaded across a terrain rendered through disciplined hachures that articulate the fall of land and the drama of elevation. Rivers are named with measured clarity—arteries that organize both settlement and imagination—while the great watershed of the interior is implied by the careful pull of tributaries running toward the south and west. Coastal forms are delineated with the delicacy of a draftsman: from the scalloped inlets around Port Jackson to the generous sweep of Port Phillip and the hard, oblique line of Bass Strait. The legend/key distills the visual system, allowing the viewer to navigate political divisions and physical geography with equal confidence.
The human geography is as telling as the physical. Sydney anchors the littoral world of New South Wales, its relationships to Newcastle and Wollongong traced along coast and river valleys that feed into the Hunter and Illawarra districts. Southward, in the Port Phillip District, Melbourne and Geelong appear as ascendant colonial towns, set against the estuarine breadth of Port Phillip and the lattice of rivers that would power trade and pastoral expansion. The counties that frame them—meticulously differentiated and cross-referenced—suggest a colonial order being mapped into existence. Roads and tracks are implied by alignments of settlement, ferries, and ports, while hinterlands begin to resolve into recognizable districts: places where naming, measuring, and jurisdiction were precursors to governance and commerce.
Perhaps the most evocative threads on the sheet are the routes of travelers into the interior, spanning 1817 to 1840. These lines press westward over the ranges and south across the plains, each bearing dates and directional cues that tether story to space. They record the audacity and contingency of exploration—episodic, cumulative, and often indebted to Aboriginal knowledge—linking coast to interior through a sequence of trials, river crossings, and passes. In frontier districts, Arrowsmith observes varying topographic textures and, where contemporary sources allowed, acknowledges cultural or territorial notes that shadow the colonial grid. The map becomes a palimpsest: the stable geometry of counties overlaying the more fluid itineraries of discovery that preceded them.
John Arrowsmith’s authority radiates from every decision. Nephew and heir to the Arrowsmith cartographic legacy, he drew upon Admiralty surveys, colonial dispatches, and explorers’ journals to synthesize the most reliable portrait available to London and the world. This 1844 sheet embodies the exploratory spirit and the administrative momentum of the nineteenth century: lucid in design, scrupulous in compilation, and forward-looking in its embrace of standardized color and intelligible referencing. It sits within an atlas program that, by the mid-1840s, had grown beyond its 1842 contours—adding fifteen new maps, including the scarce 1843 Texas—and now recognized by leading bibliographers as an unrecorded variant. For the discerning collector, it is a work of clarity and consequence: elegant, exacting, and historically resonant.
Cities and towns on this map
- Sydney (modern-day population: 5.3 million)
- Newcastle (modern-day population: 322,000)
- Wollongong (modern-day population: 300,000)
- Melbourne (modern-day population: 5 million)
- Geelong (modern-day population: 250,000)
Notable Features & Landmarks
- Detailed outlines of terrain and physical geographic features (e.g., mountains, rivers)
- Color-coded counties, each numbered for easy reference
- A detailed legend/key explaining color distinctions
- Routes of travelers into the interior clearly marked
- Notable rivers and lakes named and located
- Indication of indigenous territories or notable tribal regions (if applicable)
- Markings of exploratory expeditions conducted prior to 1840
- Areas depicted with varying topographic features
Historical and design context
- Date created: 1844
- Mapmaker: John Arrowsmith, a noted cartographer known for his accurate maps and innovative designs, which contributed significantly to cartography during the 19th century.
- This atlas is an exemplary piece reflecting elegance and clarity, marking a shift to modern atlas design in the 19th century.
- The 1842 edition includes an additional fifteen maps, including a rare Map of Texas from 1843 and several maps dated 1844; it’s noted as an unrecorded edition in Verner, Phillips, and the British Museum.
- Design/style context: The outline color design with differentiated counties enhances both the aesthetic and functional aspects of the map, making it an educational tool.
- Historical significance: This map exemplifies the exploratory spirit of the 19th century and reflects the colonial endeavors in Australia during a pivotal period of its development.
Please double check the images to make sure that a specific town or place is shown on this map. You can also get in touch and ask us to check the map for you.
This map looks great at every size, but I always recommend going for a larger size if you have space. That way you can easily make out all of the details.
This map looks amazing at sizes all the way up to 70in (180cm). If you are looking for a larger map, please get in touch.
Please note: the labels on this map are hard to read if you order a map that is 20in (50cm) or smaller. The map is still very attractive, but if you would like to read the map easily, please buy a larger size.
The model in the listing images is holding the 16x20in (40x50cm) version of this map.
The fifth listing image shows an example of my map personalisation service.
If you’re looking for something slightly different, check out my collection of the best old maps to see if something else catches your eye.
Please contact me to check if a certain location, landmark or feature is shown on this map.
This would make a wonderful birthday, Christmas, Father's Day, work leaving, anniversary or housewarming gift for someone from the areas covered by this map.
This map is available as a giclée print on acid free archival matte paper, or you can buy it framed. The frame is a nice, simple black frame that suits most aesthetics. Please get in touch if you'd like a different frame colour or material. My frames are glazed with super-clear museum-grade acrylic (perspex/acrylite), which is significantly less reflective than glass, safer, and will always arrive in perfect condition.
This map is also available as a float framed canvas, sometimes known as a shadow gap framed canvas or canvas floater. The map is printed on artist's cotton canvas and then stretched over a handmade box frame. We then "float" the canvas inside a wooden frame, which is available in a range of colours (black, dark brown, oak, antique gold and white). This is a wonderful way to present a map without glazing in front. See some examples of float framed canvas maps and explore the differences between my different finishes.
For something truly unique, this map is also available in "Unique 3D", our trademarked process that dramatically transforms the map so that it has a wonderful sense of depth. We combine the original map with detailed topography and elevation data, so that mountains and the terrain really "pop". For more info and examples of 3D maps, check my Unique 3D page.
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- Almost every order is made locally, for faster, safer gifting
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Para la mayoría de los pedidos, el tiempo de entrega es de aproximadamente 3 días laborables. Los productos personalizados y a medida tardan más, ya que tengo que hacer la personalización y enviártelo para su aprobación, lo cual suele tardar 1 o 2 días.
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Todos mis mapas y impresiones artísticas están bien empaquetados y enviados en un tubo resistente si no están enmarcados, o rodeados de espuma si están enmarcados.
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Mi marco estándar es un marco de madera de fresno negro estilo galería. Es simple y tiene un aspecto bastante moderno. Mi marco estándar tiene alrededor de 20 mm (0.8 in) de ancho.
Utilizo acrílico super claro (perspex/acrylite) para el vidrio del marco. Es más ligero y seguro que el vidrio, y se ve mejor, ya que la reflectividad es menor.
Seis colores de marco estándar están disponibles de forma gratuita (negro, marrón oscuro, gris oscuro, roble, blanco y oro antiguo).El enmarcado y montaje/matizado personalizado está disponible si buscas algo diferente.
La mayoría de los mapas, arte e ilustraciones también están disponibles como un lienzo enmarcado. Utilizamos lienzo de algodón mate (no brillante), lo estiramos sobre un marco de madera de caja de origen sostenible, y luego 'flotamos' la pieza dentro de un marco de madera. El resultado final es bastante hermoso, y no hay cristal que se interponga.
Todos los marcos se proporcionan "listos para colgar", con una cuerda o soportes en la parte posterior. Los marcos muy grandes tendrán placas de colgar de alta resistencia y/o un listón de montaje. Si tienes alguna pregunta, por favor ponte en contacto.
Mira algunos ejemplos de mis mapas enmarcados y mapas en lienzo enmarcados.
Alternativamente, también puedo proporcionar mapas antiguos y obras de arte en lienzo, tablero de espuma, papel de algodón y otros materiales.
Si deseas enmarcar tu mapa o obra de arte tú mismo, por favor lee mi guía de tamaños primero.
Mis mapas son reproducciones de mapas originales de altísima calidad.
Obtengo mapas originales y raros de bibliotecas, casas de subastas y colecciones privadas de todo el mundo, los restauro en mi taller de Londres y luego uso tintas e impresoras giclée especializadas para crear hermosos mapas que lucen incluso mejor que el original.
Mis mapas están impresos en papel de archivo mate (no brillante) sin ácido que se siente de muy alta calidad y casi como una tarjeta. En términos técnicos, el peso/grosor del papel es de 10 mil/200 g/m². Es perfecto para enmarcar.
Imprimo con tintas pigmentadas Epson ultrachrome giclée UV resistentes a la decoloración, algunas de las mejores tintas que puedes encontrar.
yo también puedo hacer mapas sobre lienzo, trapo de algodón y otros materiales exóticos.
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Personalización de mapas
Si está buscando el regalo perfecto de aniversario o inauguración de la casa, puedo personalizar su mapa para hacerlo verdaderamente único. Por ejemplo, puedo agregar un mensaje corto, resaltar una ubicación importante o agregar el escudo de armas de su familia.
Las opciones son casi infinitas. Por favor mira mi página de personalización de mapas para ver algunos maravillosos ejemplos de lo que es posible.
Para pedir un mapa personalizado, seleccione "personalizar su mapa" antes de agregarlo a su carrito.
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Envejecimiento del mapa
A lo largo de los años, los clientes me han preguntado cientos de veces si podían comprar un mapa que se viera uniforme. más viejo.
Bueno, ahora puedes hacerlo seleccionando Envejecido antes de agregar un mapa a tu carrito.
Todas las fotografías de productos que ve en esta página muestran el mapa en su forma original. Así es como se ve el mapa hoy.
Si selecciona Envejecido, envejeceré su mapa a mano, usando un proceso especial y único desarrollado a través de años de estudiar mapas antiguos, hablar con investigadores para comprender la química del envejecimiento del papel y, por supuesto... ¡mucha práctica!
Si no estás seguro, quédate con el color original del mapa. Si quieres algo un poco más oscuro y más viejo buscando, opte por Envejecido.
Si no estás satisfecho con tu pedido por cualquier motivo, contáctame para un reembolso sin complicaciones. Por favor, consulta nuestra política de devoluciones y reembolsos para más información.
Estoy muy seguro de que te gustará tu mapa o impresión artística restaurada. He estado haciendo esto desde 1984. Soy un vendedor de 5 estrellas en Etsy. He vendido decenas de miles de mapas e impresiones artísticas y tengo más de 5,000 opiniones reales de 5 estrellas.
Utilizo un proceso único para restaurar mapas y obras de arte que consume mucho tiempo y mano de obra. Buscar los mapas e ilustraciones originales puede llevar meses. Utilizo tecnología de última generación y extremadamente cara para escanear y restaurarlos. Como resultado, garantizo que mis mapas e impresiones artísticas son superiores a los demás - por eso puedo ofrecer un reembolso sin complicaciones.
Casi todos mis mapas e impresiones artísticas se ven increíbles en tamaños grandes (200cm, 6.5ft+) y también puedo enmarcarlos y entregártelos a través de un servicio de mensajería especial para tamaños grandes. Contáctame para discutir tus necesidades específicas.
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South Eastern Portion of Australia, issued in 1844 by John Arrowsmith, captures a continent on the cusp of transformation with the cool assurance of a master cartographer. The title signals his focus with unflinching precision: a judicious portrait of New South Wales and the Port Phillip District at a moment when counties, routes, and rivers were instruments of policy as much as geography. Arrowsmith’s signature outline color distinguishes counties and numbers them for swift reference, while a clear legend translates chromatic grace into practical intelligence. Issued amid the evolution of his celebrated atlas—whose expanded 1842 issue, with additional maps through 1844, is noted as an unrecorded variant by Verner, Phillips, and the British Museum—this map exemplifies the mid-century shift toward modern, information-rich design paired with spare, luminous elegance.
Arrowsmith’s design marries restraint with depth. Counties are washed in lucid tones and crisply numbered, their borders threaded across a terrain rendered through disciplined hachures that articulate the fall of land and the drama of elevation. Rivers are named with measured clarity—arteries that organize both settlement and imagination—while the great watershed of the interior is implied by the careful pull of tributaries running toward the south and west. Coastal forms are delineated with the delicacy of a draftsman: from the scalloped inlets around Port Jackson to the generous sweep of Port Phillip and the hard, oblique line of Bass Strait. The legend/key distills the visual system, allowing the viewer to navigate political divisions and physical geography with equal confidence.
The human geography is as telling as the physical. Sydney anchors the littoral world of New South Wales, its relationships to Newcastle and Wollongong traced along coast and river valleys that feed into the Hunter and Illawarra districts. Southward, in the Port Phillip District, Melbourne and Geelong appear as ascendant colonial towns, set against the estuarine breadth of Port Phillip and the lattice of rivers that would power trade and pastoral expansion. The counties that frame them—meticulously differentiated and cross-referenced—suggest a colonial order being mapped into existence. Roads and tracks are implied by alignments of settlement, ferries, and ports, while hinterlands begin to resolve into recognizable districts: places where naming, measuring, and jurisdiction were precursors to governance and commerce.
Perhaps the most evocative threads on the sheet are the routes of travelers into the interior, spanning 1817 to 1840. These lines press westward over the ranges and south across the plains, each bearing dates and directional cues that tether story to space. They record the audacity and contingency of exploration—episodic, cumulative, and often indebted to Aboriginal knowledge—linking coast to interior through a sequence of trials, river crossings, and passes. In frontier districts, Arrowsmith observes varying topographic textures and, where contemporary sources allowed, acknowledges cultural or territorial notes that shadow the colonial grid. The map becomes a palimpsest: the stable geometry of counties overlaying the more fluid itineraries of discovery that preceded them.
John Arrowsmith’s authority radiates from every decision. Nephew and heir to the Arrowsmith cartographic legacy, he drew upon Admiralty surveys, colonial dispatches, and explorers’ journals to synthesize the most reliable portrait available to London and the world. This 1844 sheet embodies the exploratory spirit and the administrative momentum of the nineteenth century: lucid in design, scrupulous in compilation, and forward-looking in its embrace of standardized color and intelligible referencing. It sits within an atlas program that, by the mid-1840s, had grown beyond its 1842 contours—adding fifteen new maps, including the scarce 1843 Texas—and now recognized by leading bibliographers as an unrecorded variant. For the discerning collector, it is a work of clarity and consequence: elegant, exacting, and historically resonant.
Cities and towns on this map
- Sydney (modern-day population: 5.3 million)
- Newcastle (modern-day population: 322,000)
- Wollongong (modern-day population: 300,000)
- Melbourne (modern-day population: 5 million)
- Geelong (modern-day population: 250,000)
Notable Features & Landmarks
- Detailed outlines of terrain and physical geographic features (e.g., mountains, rivers)
- Color-coded counties, each numbered for easy reference
- A detailed legend/key explaining color distinctions
- Routes of travelers into the interior clearly marked
- Notable rivers and lakes named and located
- Indication of indigenous territories or notable tribal regions (if applicable)
- Markings of exploratory expeditions conducted prior to 1840
- Areas depicted with varying topographic features
Historical and design context
- Date created: 1844
- Mapmaker: John Arrowsmith, a noted cartographer known for his accurate maps and innovative designs, which contributed significantly to cartography during the 19th century.
- This atlas is an exemplary piece reflecting elegance and clarity, marking a shift to modern atlas design in the 19th century.
- The 1842 edition includes an additional fifteen maps, including a rare Map of Texas from 1843 and several maps dated 1844; it’s noted as an unrecorded edition in Verner, Phillips, and the British Museum.
- Design/style context: The outline color design with differentiated counties enhances both the aesthetic and functional aspects of the map, making it an educational tool.
- Historical significance: This map exemplifies the exploratory spirit of the 19th century and reflects the colonial endeavors in Australia during a pivotal period of its development.
Please double check the images to make sure that a specific town or place is shown on this map. You can also get in touch and ask us to check the map for you.
This map looks great at every size, but I always recommend going for a larger size if you have space. That way you can easily make out all of the details.
This map looks amazing at sizes all the way up to 70in (180cm). If you are looking for a larger map, please get in touch.
Please note: the labels on this map are hard to read if you order a map that is 20in (50cm) or smaller. The map is still very attractive, but if you would like to read the map easily, please buy a larger size.
The model in the listing images is holding the 16x20in (40x50cm) version of this map.
The fifth listing image shows an example of my map personalisation service.
If you’re looking for something slightly different, check out my collection of the best old maps to see if something else catches your eye.
Please contact me to check if a certain location, landmark or feature is shown on this map.
This would make a wonderful birthday, Christmas, Father's Day, work leaving, anniversary or housewarming gift for someone from the areas covered by this map.
This map is available as a giclée print on acid free archival matte paper, or you can buy it framed. The frame is a nice, simple black frame that suits most aesthetics. Please get in touch if you'd like a different frame colour or material. My frames are glazed with super-clear museum-grade acrylic (perspex/acrylite), which is significantly less reflective than glass, safer, and will always arrive in perfect condition.

