gaebler - Ancient map - Gaebler - School map - Canvas

The map is an antique wall map of the Eastern Hemisphere in German, titled “Östliche Erdhalbkugel” (Eastern Hemisphere), designed and engraved by the German cartographer and publisher Eduard Gaebler of Leipzig, at a scale of 1:25,000,000. Main visible features: • Title and geography: It depicts Europe, Asia, Africa and Oceania (Australia) within a circular hemispheric projection. • Attribution: At the bottom center is the signature "Bearbeitet u. gezeichnet von Eduard Gaebler" (Produced and drawn by Eduard Gaebler) with the scale indication of 1:24,000,000. • Mounting: The paper print is affixed to upper and lower wooden rollers typical of school or wall maps from the era (19th–20th century). The map is dated 1889 and shows moisture stains along the edges and a few small tears. Considering its age, it is in excellent condition. The original rods and the protective band are present when rolled.

Estimate:£127.23

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