1930s World Climate Map Set (1 results)

By: Justus PerthesDate: 1930s (circa) Darmstadt, GermanyDimensions: 32.5 x 45.5 inches (82.5 x 115.5 cm) eachThis is a complete set of twelve antique climate wall maps of the world created by Justus Perthes based on the data and scientific studies of Dr. Rudolf Geiger. The maps offer a wide array data visualizationon a global scale with relationto air and water temperatures and currents, precipitation, short wave radiation, evapotranspiration, cloudiness, and atmospheric perils and phenomena.Climate Maps in this Complete Set IncludeTotal Annual Short Wave RadiationHeat Transport by Ocean CurrentsMean Air Pressure and Winds in JanuaryMean Air Pressure and Winds in JulyMean Annual PrecipitationAnnual Effective EvapotranspirationMean Cloudiness in JanuaryMean Cloudiness in JulyMean Air Temperature in JanuaryMean Air Temperature in JulyAnnual Range of Air TemperatureAtmospheric PerilsDr. Rudolph Geiger (1894 - 1981) was a German meteorologist and climatologist, who worked with Wladimir Peter Köppen and introduced some modifications to the Köppen climate classification, which is one of the most widely used climate classification systems back then and still to this day. It is now often referred to as the KöppenGeiger climate classification system.Condition: Maps vary slightly in condition with some having more stress marks, and minor tears than others. Overall we would describe these maps as in fine to very fine condition. Colors are vibrant, the cloth backing is stable, and all but one of the maps are secured to their original rollers.NOTE: Map #2 is missing its rollers, but replacementscan be attained at the request of the buyer for no additional charge. Image shown depicts this map as it would appear with rollers.Inventory #125921200 W. 35th Street #425 Chicago, IL 60609 | P: (312) 496 - 3622.