1906 South Polar Map by Justus Perthes

1906 South Polar Map by Justus PerthesThe 1906 Justus Perthes map Sd 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 Scotts later expeditions. Produced by one of Europes premier map publishers, it was both a scientific

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 authenticity.  The map is printed on 230gsm heavyweight coated paper with a matte finish.  Most old maps were printed on uncoated rag or wood pulp papers and therefore a matte finish best represents the original map.