London Town Pictorial Wall Map (1938)

By Kerry Lee – A Timeless Journey Through the Heart of London

Step into the vibrant past of England’s capital with this exquisitely illustrated pictorial map of London, originally designed in 1938 by renowned artist Kerry Lee for British Railways. Bursting with colour, charm, and vintage character, this captivating map offers a snapshot of pre-war London — a metropolis of red buses, bustling rail stations, and towering landmarks, lovingly depicted in delightful detail.

Whether you're a lover of London, a collector of historic cartography, or someone seeking an evocative statement piece for your home, this map offers an irresistible blend of art, history, and nostalgia.

🎨 A Map with Character and Story

Unlike conventional maps, Kerry Lee’s 1938 masterpiece is richly illustrated with:

• 🏛️ Landmarks, monuments, and iconic architecture — instantly recognisable from Big Ben to Tower Bridge.

• 🚂 Railway stations and transport hubs, hand-drawn in Lee’s whimsical style.

• 🏘️ Charming street names and boroughs, capturing the city’s personality before the modern skyline emerged.

• 🖋️ Hand-lettered text and artistic borders brimming with decorative flair.

It’s a celebration of London at its most iconic — steeped in tradition, yet brimming with energy and optimism on the eve of great historical change.

🖼️ A Decorative Treasure

This map is not just an informative tool — it's a statement piece. Whether you're decorating a study, hallway, office, or reading room, the design evokes conversation, curiosity, and admiration.

Available in multiple premium formats to suit every space and taste:

Optional Timber Hang Rails: Our timber hangers (for laminated or canvas formats) feature natural lacquered hardwood rollers and a convenient hanging cord — turning your map into a ready-to-hang work of art. Please allow 10 working days for rail-mounted orders to be completed by our framer.

📐 Specifications

🎁 Perfect For:

• London lovers and Anglophiles 🏰

• Interior decorators seeking vintage elegance 🎨

• Gift-givers looking for something rare and meaningful 🎁

• Teachers, students, and historians 📚

• Railway and cartography enthusiasts 🚂

Reimagine London as it was nearly a century ago — walk the cobbled streets with Dickensian flair, hear the clatter of trains at Paddington, and marvel at the skyline before it ever met the Shard. This map is more than a decorative piece — it's a love letter to London’s past, a moment in time preserved through the playful yet detailed lens of Kerry Lee.