How the Public Domain Has Been Squandered — 1884 Political Map Print

A bold 1884 Democratic Party campaign broadside mapping the 139 million acres of public land granted by Republican Congresses to railroad corporations — a striking piece of 19th-century political graphic design.

Part of the Vinyl Press Print Vault, a collection of archival reproductions drawn from public-domain historical and industrial imagery of the Lehigh Valley region and beyond.

Printed to order on our Epson large-format printer in four sizes and six archival materials:

• Archival Matte — smooth, glare-free 230gsm paper and our best value.
• Premium Luster — 260gsm semi-gloss with rich blacks and a subtle sheen.
• Photo Gloss — 260gsm high gloss for maximum color punch.
• Hahnemühle Photo Rag — 305gsm 100% cotton museum paper with a velvety matte finish.
• Arches Aquarelle Rag — Canson 310gsm cotton watercolor paper with a soft texture (up to 24" x 36").
• Exhibition Canvas — Epson matte canvas, shipped rolled and ready to stretch or frame.

Need a different size, or want your own image printed? See our custom print option.