Nationwide Maps

 
 

The Map Room at a great backyard is home to our curated collection of vintage New Zealand maps, handcrafted in our boutique studio on acrylic or satin ACM.

In the Nationwide section you'll find maps that tell the story of Aotearoa New Zealand from coast to coast — from a Victorian geological survey and a lighthouse chart marking every beacon around the country's shores, to a wartime topographical map and the dramatic black state highway maps of the 1960s.

Each one a piece of New Zealand history, printed to order in a range of sizes. Proudly made here in New Zealand.

 
 
New Zealand Map (1943)
from NZ$419.00

This Topographical Map of New Zealand from 1943 is a fascinating piece of wartime history.

Produced during the Second World War, this map reflects New Zealand's place in the world at a pivotal moment. It features an inset showing the full extent of New Zealand's territories and dependencies at the time, including Western Samoa and the Antarctic Ross Dependency — a reminder of just how far New Zealand's reach extended in the Pacific.

This map would look superb hanging on your bedroom or lounge wall. The pastel aesthetic — showing topography, provincial boundaries and roads the length of the country — would bring warmth and character to any home.

It would make a superb gift for lovers of New Zealand history, anyone with roots stretching the length of Aotearoa, or for the map collector who thinks they have everything.

This map comes in a 2 × 3 aspect and we offer two different finishing options. Please choose from the following selection.

Acrylic Print

Perfect for any room where gallery quality is optimal, our Acrylic Prints are also ideal for bathrooms and wet areas.

Your map will be printed in our boutique print studio on Kodak Professional substrate using archival inks, and then mounted in-house on crystal clear acrylic for a back-lit appearance and unrivaled vibrancy.

Finally, it will be seamed with 4mm ACM (Aluminium Composite Material) for a modern frameless finish. A custom hanger is attached before the print is securely packaged and sent to you, ready to hang on your wall.

Wall Art on ACM

Our ACM Wall Art prints are sleek and non-reflective. Your photograph will be printed in our boutique print studio on Kodak Professional Paper using archival inks and then mounted in-house on 4mm ACM.

A custom hanger is attached before the print is securely packaged and sent to you, ready to hang on your wall.

Please note:

  • All maps come with their original patina and stamps, adding to their character.

  • Prints will be created, finished, packed and sent within 3 weeks of ordering but can often be finished much sooner.

  • All prints will be sent tracked through New Zealand Post until their size limit of 1.5 metres has been reached.

  • We crate our largest prints to ensure their safe arrival and use Post Haste or Kiwi Oversize for delivery.

  • We can absolutely ship overseas from New Zealand, please enquire about postage.

 
National Roads Board New Zealand State Highway Maps
from NZ$495.00

These striking National Roads Board State Highway maps of New Zealand from 1965 are as much a design statement as they are a piece of history.

Presented in dramatic black, every state highway route across both the North and South Islands is rendered in crisp detail — from Northland to the Bluff, this is the New Zealand road network at a pivotal moment in the country's motoring history.

These maps would look superb hanging together on your lounge or office wall. Their bold monochrome aesthetic would make a truly statement addition to any modern home.

They would make a superb gift for lovers of New Zealand history, road trip enthusiasts, or for anyone who has ever felt the pull of the open highway.

These maps come in a 8 x 10 aspect and we offer two different finishing options. Please choose from the following selection.

Acrylic Print

Perfect for any room where gallery quality is optimal, our Acrylic Prints are also ideal for bathrooms and wet areas.

Your map will be printed in our boutique print studio on Kodak Professional substrate using archival inks, and then mounted in-house on crystal clear acrylic for a back-lit appearance and unrivaled vibrancy.

Finally, it will be seamed with 4mm ACM (Aluminium Composite Material) for a modern frameless finish. A custom hanger is attached before the print is securely packaged and sent to you, ready to hang on your wall.

Wall Art on ACM

Our ACM Wall Art prints are sleek and non-reflective. Your photograph will be printed in our boutique print studio on Kodak Professional Paper using archival inks and then mounted in-house on 4mm ACM.

A custom hanger is attached before the print is securely packaged and sent to you, ready to hang on your wall.

Please note:

  • All maps come with their original patina and stamps, adding to their character.

  • Prints will be created, finished, packed and sent within 3 weeks of ordering but can often be finished much sooner.

  • All prints will be sent tracked through New Zealand Post until their size limit of 1.5 metres has been reached.

  • We crate our largest prints to ensure their safe arrival and use Post Haste or Kiwi Oversize for delivery.

  • We can absolutely ship overseas from New Zealand, please enquire about postage.

 
New Zealand Lighthouse Chart (1900)
from NZ$519.00

This magnificent New Zealand Lighthouse Chart from 1900 is a historical classic.

It includes a reference chart of lighthouse names and colours, and also features an enhanced plan detailing the southern entrance through Cook Strait

It would look luminous hanging on your office wall, where visitors are bound to be fascinated by the classic design, and it would make the ideal gift for the family member who has always been lighthouse mad.

This map comes in a unique 10 × 7.5 aspect, in two colours and we also offer two different finishing options. Please choose from the following selection.

Acrylic Print

Perfect for any room where gallery quality is optimal, our Acrylic Prints are also ideal for bathrooms and wet areas.

Your map will be printed in our boutique print studio on Kodak Professional substrate using archival inks, and then mounted in-house on crystal clear acrylic for a back-lit appearance and unrivaled vibrancy.

Finally, it will be seamed with 4mm ACM (Aluminium Composite Material) for a modern frameless finish. A custom hanger is attached before the print is securely packaged and sent to you, ready to hang on your wall.

Wall Art on ACM

Our ACM Wall Art prints are sleek and non-reflective. Your photograph will be printed in our boutique print studio on Kodak Professional Paper using archival inks and then mounted in-house on 4mm ACM.

A custom hanger is attached before the print is securely packaged and sent to you, ready to hang on your wall.

Please note:

All maps come with their original patina and stamps, adding to their character.

Maps will be finished, packed and sent to you within 3 weeks of ordering.

All prints will be sent tracked through New Zealand Post until their size limit of 1.5 metres has been reached.

We crate our largest prints to ensure their safe arrival and use Post Haste or Mainfreight for delivery.

We can absolutely ship overseas from New Zealand, please enquire about postage.




 
Vintage Map of New Zealand (1906)
from NZ$595.00

This brilliant antique map of New Zealand from 1906 is packed with quirky details.

It features not only the North and Stewart Islands but also the ‘Middle Island’ of the country, and also an inset key map, ‘shewing steamer routes’ between New Zealand and Australia.

This would look superb hanging on your lounge or office wall, where it is bound to attract attention. It would also make an amazing present for anyone who loves vintage.

This map comes in a 16 × 9 aspect and we offer two different finishing options. Please choose from the following selection.

Acrylic Print

Perfect for any room where gallery quality is optimal, our Acrylic Prints are also ideal for bathrooms and wet areas.

Your map will be printed in our boutique print studio on Kodak Professional substrate using archival inks, and then mounted in-house on crystal clear acrylic for a back-lit appearance and unrivaled vibrancy.

Finally, it will be seamed with 4mm ACM (Aluminium Composite Material) for a modern frameless finish. A custom hanger is attached before the print is securely packaged and sent to you, ready to hang on your wall.

Wall Art on ACM

Our ACM Wall Art prints are sleek and non-reflective. Your photograph will be printed in our boutique print studio on Kodak Professional Paper using archival inks and then mounted in-house on 4mm ACM.

A custom hanger is attached before the print is securely packaged and sent to you, ready to hang on your wall.

Please note:

All maps come with their original patina and stamps, adding to their character.

Maps will be finished, packed and sent to you within 3 weeks of ordering.

All prints will be sent tracked through New Zealand Post until their size limit of 1.5 metres has been reached.

We crate our largest prints to ensure their safe arrival and use Post Haste or Mainfreight for delivery.

We can absolutely ship overseas from New Zealand, please enquire about postage.




 
New Zealand Geological Map (1873)
from NZ$419.00

This gorgeous New Zealand geological map from 1873 with exquisite detail and hand-drawn cross sections would be a huge hit with the rock lover in your life.

It would look impressive in your office where you can brush up on your igneous and metamorphic placements, or it could provide perfect reading material in your bathroom.

This map comes in a 2 x 3 aspect, and we offer two different finishing options. Please choose from the following selection.

Acrylic Print

Perfect for any room where gallery quality is optimal, our Acrylic Prints are also ideal for bathrooms and wet areas.

Your map will be printed in our boutique print studio on Kodak Professional substrate using archival inks, and then mounted in-house on crystal clear acrylic for a back-lit appearance and unrivaled vibrancy.

Finally, it will be seamed with 4mm ACM (Aluminium Composite Material) for a modern frameless finish. A custom hanger is attached before the print is securely packaged and sent to you, ready to hang on your wall.

Wall Art on ACM

Our ACM Wall Art prints are sleek and non-reflective. Your photograph will be printed in our boutique print studio on Kodak Professional Paper using archival inks and then mounted in-house on 4mm ACM.

A custom hanger is attached before the print is securely packaged and sent to you, ready to hang on your wall.

Please note:

All maps come with their original patina and stamps, adding to their character.

Maps will be finished, packed and sent to you within 3 weeks of ordering.

All prints will be sent tracked through New Zealand Post until their size limit of 1.5 metres has been reached.

We crate our largest prints to ensure their safe arrival and use Post Haste or Mainfreight for delivery.

We can absolutely ship overseas from New Zealand, please enquire about postage.




 
New Zealand Dependencies Map (1929)
from NZ$299.00

This vintage 1929 map of the ‘Dominion of New Zealand with its Dependencies’ is a fascinating snapshot of time.

It would add sophistication to your living room or your office, where it would create a feeling of old-world flair. It would also make an elegant gift for the history lover in your life.

This map comes in a 5 x 7 aspect and we offer two different finishing options. Please choose from the following selection.

Acrylic Print

Perfect for any room where gallery quality is optimal, our Acrylic Prints are also ideal for bathrooms and wet areas.

Your map will be printed in our boutique print studio on Kodak Professional substrate using archival inks, and then mounted in-house on crystal clear acrylic for a back-lit appearance and unrivaled vibrancy.

Finally, it will be seamed with 4mm ACM (Aluminium Composite Material) for a modern frameless finish. A custom hanger is attached before the print is securely packaged and sent to you, ready to hang on your wall.

Wall Art on ACM

Our ACM Wall Art prints are sleek and non-reflective. Your photograph will be printed in our boutique print studio on Kodak Professional Paper using archival inks and then mounted in-house on 4mm ACM.

A custom hanger is attached before the print is securely packaged and sent to you, ready to hang on your wall.

Please note:

All maps come with their original patina and stamps, adding to their character.

Maps will be finished, packed and sent to you within 3 weeks of ordering.

All prints will be sent tracked through New Zealand Post until their size limit of 1.5 metres has been reached.

We crate our largest prints to ensure their safe arrival and use Post Haste or Mainfreight for delivery.

We can absolutely ship overseas from New Zealand, please enquire about postage.




 
World's Tourist Routes to New Zealand Map (1972)
from NZ$189.00

This vintage map depicting ‘Tourist Routes to New Zealand’ from 1972 is a classic piece of Kiwiana history.

It would look fantastic in your hallway, or stand out as a darling feature in bathroom. And it’d be a perfect present for your map-mad friends.

This map comes in a 2 x 1 aspect and we offer two different finishing options. Please choose from the following selection.

Acrylic Print

Perfect for any room where gallery quality is optimal, our Acrylic Prints are also ideal for bathrooms and wet areas.

Your map will be printed in our boutique print studio on Kodak Professional substrate using archival inks, and then mounted in-house on crystal clear acrylic for a back-lit appearance and unrivaled vibrancy.

Finally, it will be seamed with 4mm ACM (Aluminium Composite Material) for a modern frameless finish. A custom hanger is attached before the print is securely packaged and sent to you, ready to hang on your wall.

Wall Art on ACM

Our ACM Wall Art prints are sleek and non-reflective. Your photograph will be printed in our boutique print studio on Kodak Professional Paper using archival inks and then mounted in-house on 4mm ACM.

A custom hanger is attached before the print is securely packaged and sent to you, ready to hang on your wall.

Please note:

All maps come with their original patina and stamps, adding to their character.

Maps will be finished, packed and sent to you within 3 weeks of ordering.

All prints will be sent tracked through New Zealand Post until their size limit of 1.5 metres has been reached.

We crate our largest prints to ensure their safe arrival and use Post Haste or Mainfreight for delivery.

We can absolutely ship overseas from New Zealand, please enquire about postage.




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