Geographical-Statistical World Lexicon (1888) by Emil Metzger

A Late-Victorian World at a Glance — Geographical-Statistical World Lexicon (1888) by Emil Metzger

Hold a scholar’s view of the planet in a single, beautifully composed sheet. First issued in 1888 by Emil Metzger, this wall-ready reproduction distils a late-nineteenth-century understanding of the world—political divisions, key cities, reference grids, and typographic keys—into a crisp, comparative overview. It’s part geography, part data, and wholly Victorian: precise, elegant, and made to be read.

More Than a Map – A Testament to History

This is not just wall art—it’s a primary window onto how a generation organised global knowledge. Every line, label, and index cue reflects a world being catalogued for students, travellers, and editors of the atlas age. Perfect for historians, educators, designers, collectors, and anyone who appreciates classic cartography and typography, it rewards both close study and across-the-room admiration.

Display it in classrooms, offices, museums, libraries, or your home to invite reflection, learning, and conversation.

Premium Materials & Finishes

We treat history with the respect it deserves. That’s why we offer multiple formats, each produced using the highest quality materials and modern archival printing techniques.

🌟 Archival Paper Print
Printed on heavyweight 160gsm archival-grade paper.
Smooth matte finish reduces glare and highlights fine Victorian linework and letterforms.
Ideal for framing under glass, preserving your print for decades in sophisticated style.

💎 Laminated Edition
Encapsulated in two 80-micron gloss laminate sheets using true thermal bonding—not just surface lamination.
Moisture-resistant, wipe-clean surface—perfect for schools, offices, and high-traffic spaces.

Optional Natural Timber Hang Rails: lacquered rails provide a polished, classic look. With a fitted hanging cord, your laminated map is ready to display—no framing required. (Please allow up to 10 working days for delivery with hang rails.)

🏆 Museum-Quality Canvas
Printed on heavyweight 395gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas for rich texture and strength.
Pigment-based, fade-resistant inks produce vibrant tone and crisp lines that endure for generations.

Optional Natural Timber Hang Rails: lacquered to enhance the wood grain, with a top cord for effortless hanging—timeless and elegant. (Please allow up to 10 working days for delivery with hang rails.)

Specifications

Why Choose This Map

✔ A Scholarly Snapshot: See how late-Victorian geography and statistics framed the world in 1888.
✔ Typographic Beauty: Classic nineteenth-century lettering and layout that read cleanly from near and far.
✔ Study-Ready Clarity: Balanced composition and precise linework make complex information easy to navigate.
✔ Crafted to Last: Premium substrates and archival inks preserve colour and detail for decades.
✔ Ready to Display: Optional hang-railed laminated or canvas editions offer a museum-quality presentation—no frame required.
✔ A Meaningful Gift: Ideal for historians, teachers, editors, and design-minded collectors.

Our Commitment

We believe that preserving history is as important as telling it. Every piece is printed locally in Australia using state-of-the-art technology, carefully checked by hand, and packed with care. From our workshop to your wall, we ensure quality you can trust and a legacy you’ll be proud to share.

Bring Victorian world-making into your space. Order the Geographical-Statistical World Lexicon (1888) today—a faithful, beautifully produced portrait of knowledge at the height of the atlas age.