Old London City Map

Historical Map of London 1836

A Fine Edition of the SDUK Old London Map by The Old Map Company

The Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge (SDUK), founded in 1826, was dedicated to making high-quality educational material accessible to the public. Among its most remarkable achievements was its series of detailed city maps, including the iconic map of London, first published in the 1830s. These maps, engraved by J. & C. Walker, were known for their precision, fine detail, and elegant clarity—offering a richly informative view of London as it stood in the early Victorian era.

Now, The Old Map Company has produced a very fine edition of this historic London map, painstakingly remastered from original prints. With the additional help of advanced image AI, this edition brings new life to the SDUK’s work, restoring clarity, detail, and contrast often lost in timeworn originals. The result is a stunning reproduction that remains faithful to the original engraving while enhancing its readability and visual appeal.

This edition is not only a beautiful artifact but also a valuable historical document—an essential reference for anyone interested in the development of London and the and the extraordinary advancements in cartography that were to occur during the 19th-century.

• Stunning giclée fine art print on authentically aged heavy textured paper
• 12 Colour printing technology  •  Guaranteed to pass or exceed museum quality standards  •  Free UK Courier Delivery with tracking

Large: 24″ x 38.5″