Sovereignty & Mandate Boundary Lines of the Islands of the Pacific — National Geographic Wall Map (1921)

Where ocean meets empire. Published in December 1921 in an issue devoted entirely to the Pacific Islands, this distinctive wall map delineates sovereignty and League of Nations mandate boundaries across a vast seascape. Clear linework and disciplined labeling turn a complex post–World War I settlement into a legible, elegant sheet—made to command a wall and reward close study for collectors and students of the region.

More Than a Map – A Testament to an Era

This isn’t just wall art—it’s a frame for understanding the political geography of the Pacific at a pivotal moment. Mandate lines, colonial claims, principal islands, and reference notes bring context to trade routes, cultures, and administration that shaped the century to come. Ideal for historians, educators, designers, travelers, and collectors, it pairs beautifully with other interwar National Geographic ocean maps.

Hang it in studios, libraries, classrooms, museums, offices, or at home to invite reflection, study, and conversation.

Premium Materials & Finishes

We treat history with the respect it deserves. That’s why we offer multiple formats, each produced using high-quality materials and modern archival printing.

🌟 Archival Paper Print
Printed on heavyweight 160gsm archival-grade paper.
Smooth matte finish reduces glare and preserves fine linework and small labels.
Perfect for framing under glass—clean, timeless, and built to last.

💎 Laminated Edition
Encapsulated in two sheets of 80-micron gloss laminate using true thermal bonding—not just surface lamination.
Moisture-resistant, wipe-clean surface—ideal for classrooms and high-traffic reference spaces.

Optional Natural Timber Hang Rails: lacquered rails with a fitted hanging cord provide a polished, ready-to-hang presentation—no frame required. (Please allow up to 10 working days for delivery with hang rails.)

🏆 Museum-Quality Canvas
Printed on heavyweight 395gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas for rich texture and exceptional strength.
Pigment-based, fade-resistant inks deliver deep tone and crisp typography that endure for generations.

Optional Natural Timber Hang Rails: lacquered to enhance the wood grain and protect against wear; top cord for effortless hanging—elegant in any setting. (Please allow up to 10 working days for delivery with hang rails.)

Specifications

Why Choose This Map

✔ Era-True Snapshot: The Pacific’s post–WWI political order rendered with clarity.
✔ Clarity at Scale: Mandate lines and island groups read cleanly across a room and up close.
✔ Decorative & Scholarly: Equally at home in classrooms, offices, and living spaces.
✔ Archival Craft: Premium substrates and inks preserve contrast, labels, and linework for decades.

Our Commitment

We believe that preserving history is as important as telling it. Every map is printed locally in Australia using state-of-the-art technology, carefully checked by hand, and packed with care. From the moment it leaves our workshop to the day it hangs on your wall, we ensure quality you can trust and a legacy you’ll be proud to share.

Trace the lines that reshaped an ocean—order the Sovereignty & Mandate Boundary Lines Wall Map (1921) and turn your space into a conversation.