1880 Kellner Wall Map of the World in Hemispheres

A remarkable c. 1880 set of German color photo-lithograph wall maps of the world in two hemispheres. Each monumental hemisphere sheet measures 52 x 42 inches, for a total wall display size of 84 x 52 inches. The left hand sheet details the Western Hemisphere with a focus on topography, river systems, and terrain. The right hand sheet similarly illustrates the Eastern Hemisphere (Africa, Europe, Asia, and Australia). Antarctica appears at the bottom of both maps. Political entities are not identified, but important cities, lakes, rivers, and other bodies of water are. At the base of the maps there are mountain profile charts illustrating the relative heights of the world's great mountains. Surrounding each map are four smaller maps offers alternative global views, such as polar projections. Both are dissected into panels, mounted on original linen, and fold accordingly. An extremely dramatic set. Printed and published by Kellner and Company of Weimar, Germany.