For sale is an original 1931 Rand McNally Histomap, designed by John B. Sparks. This extraordinary chart visualizes 4,000 years of world history, illustrating the rise and fall of civilizations in a continuous timeline. It is both a thematic historical map and an early example of large-scale infographic design, making it a sought-after piece for collectors of maps, historical ephemera, and vintage educational wall charts.
This is an original first edition lithograph — not a reproduction. The Rand McNally Histomap is a rare and unique visualization of human history, and it appeals to collectors of antique maps, educational ephemera, historical prints, and graphic design artifacts.