1957 Europa Kultur
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By: Georg Westermann
Date: 1957 (circa)
Dimensions: 46 x 36 inches (116.8 x 91.4 cm)
This superb, fun, large-scale pictorial wall map by Georg Westermann stirs the imagination and brings to mind a simpler time.
Each country or region depicted is easily identifiable by its unique architectural edifices, its famous personages from the ancient past to the present, and its contributions to world culture. The map covers Europe in its entirety, extending southward to include northern Africa, westward beyond the British Isles, eastward to include portions of Russia, and northward towards the arctic circle.
Though no names are used, the civilizations represented are easily recognizable according to architectural monuments such as the Kremlin in Russia, ancient ruins in Egypt and Tunisia, the Alhambra and El Greco in Spain, Notre Dame and Voltaire in France, and on through each country easily identifiable cultural icons take the viewer on an enjoyable tour of the area depicted.
Condition: This map is in B+ condition. Separation along the left edge have been repaired with archival material on the verso. The wooden dowels at the top and bottom of the map are in excellent condition, and the self-tie intact.
Please note that this lot has a confidential reserve. When you leave a bid in advance of the auction, submit your maximum. The bidder who has submitted the highest bid wins the lot, provided the bid exceeds the reserve price.
Shipping:Domestic: Flat-rate of $20.00 to anywhere within the contiguous U.S. International: Foreign shipping rates are determined by destination. Location: This item ships from Illinois
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Date: 1957 (circa)
Dimensions: 46 x 36 inches (116.8 x 91.4 cm)
This superb, fun, large-scale pictorial wall map by Georg Westermann stirs the imagination and brings to mind a simpler time.
Each country or region depicted is easily identifiable by its unique architectural edifices, its famous personages from the ancient past to the present, and its contributions to world culture. The map covers Europe in its entirety, extending southward to include northern Africa, westward beyond the British Isles, eastward to include portions of Russia, and northward towards the arctic circle.
Though no names are used, the civilizations represented are easily recognizable according to architectural monuments such as the Kremlin in Russia, ancient ruins in Egypt and Tunisia, the Alhambra and El Greco in Spain, Notre Dame and Voltaire in France, and on through each country easily identifiable cultural icons take the viewer on an enjoyable tour of the area depicted.
Condition: This map is in B+ condition. Separation along the left edge have been repaired with archival material on the verso. The wooden dowels at the top and bottom of the map are in excellent condition, and the self-tie intact.
Please note that this lot has a confidential reserve. When you leave a bid in advance of the auction, submit your maximum. The bidder who has submitted the highest bid wins the lot, provided the bid exceeds the reserve price.
Shipping:
Your purchase is protected:
Photos, descriptions, and estimates were prepared with the utmost care by a fully certified expert and appraiser. All items in this sale are guaranteed authentic.
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Jasper52 specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Jasper52 within 5 days of receiving the item.
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1957 Europa Kultur
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