Argentina – A Hand-Painted Cartographic Study of the Southern Cone

Hand-painted and researched map of the Argentine Republic in its contemporary provincial configuration. The map situates Argentina within the broader Southern Cone, emphasizing its elongated north–south geography, the Andean frontier with Chile, and the maritime orientation of Patagonia toward the South Atlantic. Provincial boundaries are rendered clearly to foreground the federal structure of the state rather than a homogenized national silhouette. Major urban centers are labeled to reflect political and demographic gravity within the republic.

The South Atlantic archipelago labeled “Islas Malvinas” reflects Argentine nomenclature for the disputed territory commonly known in English as the Falkland Islands. Its inclusion acknowledges the continued geopolitical and symbolic significance of the islands within Argentine political culture and national memory.

Linguistically, the map is written primarily in Spanish, consistent with Argentina’s official language, while select Portuguese and English references situate the country within its broader regional and international context. This layered labeling reflects the interconnected political geography of the Southern Cone rather than isolating Argentina from its neighbors.

Rendered in ink and watercolor on a parchment-toned ground.

High-quality giclée print available in multiple sizes. The printed version preserves finer linework and color saturation than compressed online images.

This map was researched and hand-painted by a historical cartographer with academic training in global and regional history. Each CartographyCraft map prioritizes geographic accuracy, political clarity, and conceptual coherence over generic decorative design. Framed prints or inquiries regarding the original artwork may be directed to the site owner.