Unknown artist - Carte géographique originale du Japon et de la baie de Tokyo (années 1950) - Cartographie vintage -

Original map of Japan from the 1950s, featuring a detailed inset of Tokyo Bay.

This elegant vintage map depicts the entire Japanese archipelago, including its administrative divisions, major cities, communication networks, and principal geographical features.

A dedicated inset of Tokyo Bay provides a closer look at the region around the Japanese capital, which was undergoing rapid transformation during the postwar reconstruction and economic development period.

An authentic period document, this map offers an interesting historical glimpse of Japan in the mid-20th century, before the profound urban and industrial changes that would shape the following decades.

With its refined design and harmonious colors, it also makes a beautiful decorative piece for a home, library, or specialist collection on Asia.

Features
Type: original map
Subject: Japan and Tokyo Bay
Period: 1950s
Dimensions: 24 × 31 cm
Period color printing
Text and illustrations on the reverse
Ready to frame

Good overall condition.

The map has retained its colors beautifully and remains highly legible. A few minor signs of handling or age may be visible, consistent with its age.

The photographs form an integral part of the description.

Sold unframed; the last image is for illustrative purposes.