Italy Map ACI Street Map De Agostini Complete Vintage Map - Italy 1954

This 1954 edition of the ACI map of Italy is an iconic piece that represents the era's attention to detail and growing interest in motoring. Published by the Automobile Club of Italy and printed by the Istituto Geografico De Agostini in Novara, this map is part of the 23rd edition and features a comprehensive, large-scale (1:1,000,000) cartography covering the entire Italian peninsula, including its islands.

The blue cover, inscribed "Italy at 1,000,000 - Road Map," features a vintage-style design with bright colors and clean lines, designed to capture the attention of travelers. The detailed and colorful map features all the major roads of the era, clearly and legibly marked, making this document not only useful for its time but also historically fascinating.

A distinctive feature of this edition is the inclusion of the "Supercortemaggiore" gasoline advertisement inside, featuring the famous six-legged dog logo, a symbol of refined postwar Italian advertising graphics. The Supercortemaggiore advertisement adds a touch of historical and cultural authenticity, making the map a coveted piece not only for map collectors but also for vintage advertising enthusiasts.

The map opens like an accordion, and is in good overall condition, with slight wear along the edges of the cover, evidence of its use over the years. The inside, where the map is printed, is in excellent condition, with vibrant colors and no significant signs of discoloration.

Characteristics

Height: 23.5 cm

Width: 14 cm

Thickness: 1.5 cm

Weight: 0.3 kg

Material: Paper