Solar System Earth Planetary Orbits Lunar Phases 1875 Stieler celestial map

Das Sonnen-System.

(Old Maps, 19th Century Maps, Solar System, Planetary Orbits, Lunar Phases).

Issued 1875 Gotha by Justus Perthes for Stieler. Map by Stieler.

Nicely detailed oversize mid-19th century engraved map with original hand color.

This example has no centerfold.

Stieler maps went through continual revisions. Thus, for any specific Stieler map such as this one, there are often numerous variant issues with varying details.

Nice looking example, clean, pleasing age patina, any minor age flaws easy to overlook or forgive.

Sheet Measures c. 14 3/4" H x 17 1/2" W.

Cartographic Reference(s):
Tooley's Dictionary of Mapmakers, vol. 4.

[R28344].