Vintage Great Britain Her Natural & Industrial Resources Pictorial Map Poster
British Information Services (Distributed in USA by BIS, Rockefeller Plaza, NY / Printed in Great Britain) · Art & Decor > Maps & Atlases / Vintage Wall Decor
Era / Decade
1950s (circa 1950-1958)
Material
Color lithograph on medium-weight paper stock
Condition
Good. Shows original fold lines, light creasing, edge wear, and minor corner pinholes, but retains vibrant original colors without significant staining or tearing.
Demand Level
Niche to Moderate. Popular among vintage cartography collectors, interior designers, mid-century decor enthusiasts, and British history buffs.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
Low: $45.00 | Mid: $75.00 | High: $120.00
Estimated Retail Value
$150.00 - $250.00 (as an original vintage mid-century print)
Comparable Sales
Similar 1950s British Information Services pictorial posters sell for $60–$110 on eBay and $85–$150 on Etsy depending on condition and frame status.
Description
Vibrant original mid-century pictorial map poster titled 'Great Britain Her Natural & Industrial Resources'. Published for the British Information Services, this detailed educational map features stylized iconography depicting agriculture, coal, cotton, railways, ship building, and major industrial centers across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Includes a comprehensive legend in the bottom left corner.
Key Features
Mid-century graphic design style, bright primary color palette, highly detailed resource legend, historic British industrial geography, excellent framing candidate.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Authentic period offset lithograph printing with publisher imprint at bottom right reading 'Printed in Great Britain' and US distribution text 'Distributed by British Information Services, 30 Rockefeller Plaza, New York City'.
Flaws to Note
Pronounced original fold marks, mild handling creases throughout, light wear and small tears along top and bottom border edges.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Etsy (ideal for vintage home decor), eBay (broad collector audience), Chairish or 1stDibs (if framed professionally), or local vintage pop-ups.
Selling Tips
Flatten carefully under heavy weights before photographing. Detail the resource key and border credits in close-up photos. Frame or store rolled in a sturdy tube for safe shipping.