Old pictorial map of Taiwan, 1955

Old pictorial map of Taiwan, 1955The vintage pictorial map of Taiwan issued by Taiwan Travel Service in 1955 offers a captivating and informative snapshot of Taiwan during the mid 1950s. This visually enchanting map is adorned with vibrant illustrations showcasing Taiwan's most iconic landmarks, even including Taipei 101, which had not yet been constructed in 1955. The map beautifully encapsulates Taiwan's rich cultural tapestry, religious heritage, and natural splendor. It invites

The map featured the regions of China and Burma (now Myanmar) and was part of the Tallis's Illustrated Atlas series

including The Kiss and Portrait of Adele Bloch-Bauer I

Hendrick Goltzius's "Phaethon

"The Kiss" is considered a masterpiece of the Art Nouveau movement

a Flemish engraver

bright colors and shapes

aiming to link the vibrant city of Bangkok with the remote Shan States of Burma

The shapes are arranged in a dynamic

including the Gunnison Memorial Chapel and the Carnegie Library

It employed the Mercator projection

a movement that revolutionized the art world in the early 20th century

"The lightning bird blinded by moonfire" invites viewers to engage their imaginations and create their own interpretations of its meaning