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Step into the intricate world of colonial-era cartography with "Borneo," the original title of this vibrant 1901 map by George Franklin Cram. As part of Cram’s renowned "Atlas of the World, Ancient and Modern: New Census Edition," this map offers a detailed window into the heart of Southeast Asia at the dawn of the twentieth century. The island of Borneo is depicted in exquisite color, with every province, boundary, and waterway rendered in crisp detail, capturing the complex interplay of Dutch and British colonial ambitions. The map’s use of hachures brings the island’s dramatic topography to life, while its dual reference to the Greenwich and Washington prime meridians reflects the global context of the age.
George Franklin Cram, a celebrated American mapmaker, was known for his commitment to accuracy and educational value. His atlases were considered essential references in both academic and domestic settings, and this map exemplifies his meticulous approach. Cram’s work was distinguished by its clarity, its comprehensive indexing, and its ability to synthesize new census data with the latest geographical discoveries. In this map of Borneo, Cram provides not just a navigational tool, but a snapshot of a world in flux, where imperial borders and local identities converged on one of the world’s largest and most biodiverse islands.
The map’s political delineations are particularly striking, with the northern regions marked as British North Borneo and Sarawak, and the southern and eastern expanses under Dutch control. This division reflects the broader colonial contest for influence in the Malay Archipelago, and the map’s careful rendering of these boundaries offers a fascinating glimpse into the geopolitics of the era. Each colonial possession is shaded and labeled, while the intricate coastline is edged by the South China Sea, Celebes Sea, Java Sea, Makassar Strait, Karimata Strait, and Sulu Sea—names that evoke centuries of maritime trade and exploration.
Beyond its political boundaries, the map is rich with natural and human geography. Mountain ranges and hilly interiors are depicted with subtle hachures, hinting at the rugged landscapes that have long shaped Borneo’s history and culture. Major rivers and straits are clearly marked, providing vital arteries for commerce and communication. The map’s cities and towns—Kuching, Banjarmasin, Pontianak, Sandakan, and many others—are carefully plotted, their positions reflecting both the colonial administrative centers and the enduring settlements of indigenous peoples. Each name conjures stories of trade, migration, and cultural exchange.
This map is more than a record of borders and settlements; it is a testament to a pivotal moment in Southeast Asian history. The early 1900s saw Borneo at the crossroads of empires, its landscapes shaped by both natural forces and human ambition. Cram’s map, with its blend of artistry and precision, invites the viewer to explore not only the geography of Borneo but also the layers of history embedded in its rivers, mountains, and towns. For collectors and connoisseurs, it offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of the cartographic legacy that helped define our understanding of the world.
Cities and towns on this map
- Malaysia (modern-day):
- Kuching
- Sandakan
- Labuan
- Kudat
- Brunei (Bandar Seri Begawan)
- Indonesia (modern-day):
- Banjarmasin
- Pontianak
- Samarinda
- Sintang
- Martapura
- Barabai
- Sampit
- Kota Waringin
- Pemangkat
- Beraoe (Berau)
- Tanjong Selor
- Amuntai
Notable Features & Landmarks
- South China Sea
- Celebes Sea
- Java Sea
- Makassar Strait
- Karimata Strait
- Sulu Sea
- Clearly marked boundary between British North Borneo and Dutch Borneo
- Sarawak (British possession)
- British North Borneo
- Dutch possessions (southern and eastern parts of Borneo)
- Relief indicated by hachures, highlighting mountainous and hilly regions
Historical and design context
- Original title: Borneo (1901)
- Created by George Franklin Cram, a renowned American mapmaker
- Part of "Cram's Atlas of the World, Ancient and Modern: New Census Edition"
- Detailed depiction of Borneo’s colonial-era political boundaries, including Dutch and British possessions
- Dual reference to Greenwich and Washington prime meridians
- Colorful, detailed political map with clear delineation of administrative boundaries
- Relief shown by hachures, a classic cartographic technique for indicating terrain
- Offers a historical snapshot of Borneo at the turn of the 20th century, during a period of significant colonial influence
- The atlas includes comprehensive indexes, gazetteers, diagrams, statistical charts, and illustrations, enhancing its educational and historical value
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 50in (125cm). If you are looking for a larger map, please get in touch.
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.
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Step into the intricate world of colonial-era cartography with "Borneo," the original title of this vibrant 1901 map by George Franklin Cram. As part of Cram’s renowned "Atlas of the World, Ancient and Modern: New Census Edition," this map offers a detailed window into the heart of Southeast Asia at the dawn of the twentieth century. The island of Borneo is depicted in exquisite color, with every province, boundary, and waterway rendered in crisp detail, capturing the complex interplay of Dutch and British colonial ambitions. The map’s use of hachures brings the island’s dramatic topography to life, while its dual reference to the Greenwich and Washington prime meridians reflects the global context of the age.
George Franklin Cram, a celebrated American mapmaker, was known for his commitment to accuracy and educational value. His atlases were considered essential references in both academic and domestic settings, and this map exemplifies his meticulous approach. Cram’s work was distinguished by its clarity, its comprehensive indexing, and its ability to synthesize new census data with the latest geographical discoveries. In this map of Borneo, Cram provides not just a navigational tool, but a snapshot of a world in flux, where imperial borders and local identities converged on one of the world’s largest and most biodiverse islands.
The map’s political delineations are particularly striking, with the northern regions marked as British North Borneo and Sarawak, and the southern and eastern expanses under Dutch control. This division reflects the broader colonial contest for influence in the Malay Archipelago, and the map’s careful rendering of these boundaries offers a fascinating glimpse into the geopolitics of the era. Each colonial possession is shaded and labeled, while the intricate coastline is edged by the South China Sea, Celebes Sea, Java Sea, Makassar Strait, Karimata Strait, and Sulu Sea—names that evoke centuries of maritime trade and exploration.
Beyond its political boundaries, the map is rich with natural and human geography. Mountain ranges and hilly interiors are depicted with subtle hachures, hinting at the rugged landscapes that have long shaped Borneo’s history and culture. Major rivers and straits are clearly marked, providing vital arteries for commerce and communication. The map’s cities and towns—Kuching, Banjarmasin, Pontianak, Sandakan, and many others—are carefully plotted, their positions reflecting both the colonial administrative centers and the enduring settlements of indigenous peoples. Each name conjures stories of trade, migration, and cultural exchange.
This map is more than a record of borders and settlements; it is a testament to a pivotal moment in Southeast Asian history. The early 1900s saw Borneo at the crossroads of empires, its landscapes shaped by both natural forces and human ambition. Cram’s map, with its blend of artistry and precision, invites the viewer to explore not only the geography of Borneo but also the layers of history embedded in its rivers, mountains, and towns. For collectors and connoisseurs, it offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of the cartographic legacy that helped define our understanding of the world.
Cities and towns on this map
- Malaysia (modern-day):
- Kuching
- Sandakan
- Labuan
- Kudat
- Brunei (Bandar Seri Begawan)
- Indonesia (modern-day):
- Banjarmasin
- Pontianak
- Samarinda
- Sintang
- Martapura
- Barabai
- Sampit
- Kota Waringin
- Pemangkat
- Beraoe (Berau)
- Tanjong Selor
- Amuntai
Notable Features & Landmarks
- South China Sea
- Celebes Sea
- Java Sea
- Makassar Strait
- Karimata Strait
- Sulu Sea
- Clearly marked boundary between British North Borneo and Dutch Borneo
- Sarawak (British possession)
- British North Borneo
- Dutch possessions (southern and eastern parts of Borneo)
- Relief indicated by hachures, highlighting mountainous and hilly regions
Historical and design context
- Original title: Borneo (1901)
- Created by George Franklin Cram, a renowned American mapmaker
- Part of "Cram's Atlas of the World, Ancient and Modern: New Census Edition"
- Detailed depiction of Borneo’s colonial-era political boundaries, including Dutch and British possessions
- Dual reference to Greenwich and Washington prime meridians
- Colorful, detailed political map with clear delineation of administrative boundaries
- Relief shown by hachures, a classic cartographic technique for indicating terrain
- Offers a historical snapshot of Borneo at the turn of the 20th century, during a period of significant colonial influence
- The atlas includes comprehensive indexes, gazetteers, diagrams, statistical charts, and illustrations, enhancing its educational and historical value
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 50in (125cm). If you are looking for a larger map, please get in touch.
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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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.
Algunos de mis mapas antiguos ahora están disponibles como lienzos enmarcados. Por favor contáctame si deseas pedir un tamaño que no está disponible en mi tienda.
Los mapas antiguos en lienzo son una alternativa interesante a los mapas enmarcados convencionalmente. Dependiendo de tu gusto personal y la decoración de la habitación, los mapas en lienzo pueden "destacar" un poco más que un mapa enmarcado.
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.
Ponerse en contacto si buscas personalizaciones y personalizaciones más complejas.
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.
Estoy muy seguro de que te gustará tu mapa restaurado o impresión artística. 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 4,000 reseñas reales de 5 estrellas.
Utilizo un proceso único para restaurar mapas y obras de arte que consume mucho tiempo y mano de obra. Encontrar 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 y 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 (200 cm, 6.5 pies+) y también puedo enmarcarlos y entregártelos a través de un servicio de mensajería especial de gran tamaño. Contáctame para discutir tus necesidades específicas.
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