1962 New Zealand Vintage Map Poster – Linen-Backed Tourist Map by Mallitte
| Genre: | Travel |
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| Artist: | Howard Mallitte |
| Year Printed: | 1962 |
| Size: | 39.75" x 29.75" |
| Country of Poster: | Unknown |
| Restoration Detail: | Unrestored |
| Grade: | Very Fine |
| Additional Information: | This original 1962 vintage map of New Zealand is a beautifully illustrated and highly collectible piece of mid‑century cartography. Printed in Wellington by R. E. Owen, Government Printer, for the New Zealand Department of Tourist and Publicity, the map features vibrant artwork by the noted illustrator Mallitte. Richly detailed and visually engaging, the map depicts both the North Island and South Island with colorful illustrations highlighting major cities, regional landmarks, natural features, and cultural scenes. The lively graphics and pictorial icons reflect the distinctive tourism‑focused map design style of the early 1960s, created to encourage international travel to New Zealand. Decorative vignettes surround the map, illustrating regional activities, landscapes, and attractions—from agricultural scenes and wildlife to coastal harbors and mountain ranges. These charming details give the piece both artistic appeal and historical value. This 1962 edition is especially desirable among collectors because it includes updated vignettes and geographic details compared to earlier versions printed during the 1950s. Towns, roads, and regional features were revised to reflect the country’s development during the post‑war era. The map also highlights notable landmarks such as Aoraki / Mount Cook, the Southern Alps, Wellington, and Auckland, capturing the dramatic geography and cultural identity of New Zealand in a vibrant pictorial style. Professionally archival linen‑backed, the poster is in very fine condition (Grade A‑) with only minor edge tears from the linen‑backing process and no paper loss. The colors remain bright and fresh, and the map is ready for framing and display. This decorative cartographic piece makes an exceptional addition to map collections, travel‑themed interiors, libraries, offices, or study spaces. Poster Details: • Title: New Zealand Pictorial Map • Artist: Mallitte • Printer: R. E. Owen, Government Printer, Wellington • Publisher: New Zealand Department of Tourist and Publicity • Year: 1962 • Subject: Illustrated map of New Zealand (North & South Islands) • Medium: Original lithographic map poster • Condition: Very fine (A‑), archival linen‑backed This is an Original Vintage Map Poster; it is not a reproduction. Each poster from The Vintage Poster includes a , and we stand behind the accuracy of the description and condition of every item we offer. As an IVPDA‑certified vintage poster dealer, we proudly serve collectors worldwide. Our inventory is available online 24/7 and updated frequently. Simply add the poster to your cart to complete your purchase, and it will be shipped promptly to your door. Suggested Tags: |
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