Armistice Aftermath & Maritime Frontiers — China Coast & Korea Wall Map (1953)

Published by National Geographic in October 1953, just months after the Korean War armistice, this sheet captures the Chinese littoral and the Korean Peninsula at a pivotal moment in modern history. Issued to accompany “Our Navy in the Far East,” it presents a crisp coastal portrait—cities and ports, islands, shorelines, and key transport corridors—rendered with the clean, authoritative cartography that defined the era.

More Than a Map – A Post-War Time Capsule

Beyond décor, this is a reference to shifting post-war realities across East Asia. It rewards close study of coastlines, settlements, and maritime approach routes, and is ideal for historians, educators, designers, naval enthusiasts, and collectors seeking a faithful 1953 vantage on the region.

Premium Materials & Finishes

🌟 Archival Paper Print
Printed on heavyweight 160gsm archival paper.
Matte surface reduces glare and keeps fine labels crisp—perfect for framing under glass.

💎 Laminated Edition
Encapsulated in two sheets of 80-micron gloss laminate (true thermal bonding, not surface film).
Wipe-clean, moisture-resistant—great for classrooms and busy reference spaces.

Optional Natural Timber Hang Rails: lacquered rails with a fitted hanging cord for a ready-to-hang finish. (Please allow up to 10 working days with hang rails.)

🏆 Museum-Quality Canvas
Printed on 395gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas for rich texture and strength.
Pigment-based, fade-resistant inks preserve deep tone and sharp typography for decades.

Optional Natural Timber Hang Rails: lacquered to highlight the grain; top cord for effortless hanging. (Please allow up to 10 working days with hang rails.)

Specifications

Why Choose This Map

✔ Historic Snapshot: View the post-armistice (1953) coastal theatre as it was mapped at the time.
✔ Clarity & Authority: Classic National Geographic styling—balanced colour, legible labels, precise coastline.
✔ Decorative & Scholarly: Striking on the wall; richly informative up close.
✔ Archival Build: Premium substrates and inks protect contrast, labels, and linework for years to come.

Our Commitment

Printed locally in Australia, each map is colour-checked, hand-inspected, and carefully packed. From press to wall, we focus on fidelity, durability, and beauty—so your map informs, inspires, and endures.

Bring a pivotal coastline into focus. Order the China Coast & Korea Wall Map (1953) today—a faithful, display-ready classic that turns a room into a conversation.