Description

1962 Philips Map of the World, for Short Wave Radio Enthusiasts. -see more info below- Detailed Specifications This is a reproduction of the original map This Map Comes in Sizes: 11"x15", 16"x22" and 23"x32" We have more World Maps in Our Store REMEMBER , the smaller the map size the harder it is to read the text. All Our Maps and Posters Are Made in the USA This is a 1962 pictorial map of the world, published by the electronics company Philips to promote and accompany their shortwave radio products. The oval projection and its array of tables assist in making the appropriate choices of wavelengths, transmitters, and other elements allowing the reception of shortwave transmissions from all over the world. In addition to the elegant projection and its functional data, the map is surrounded with engaging and stylish line drawings of transmitter towers in various global locations exotic to the map's European audience. One tower shares a scene with Egypt's pyramids; another embraces American themes includes skyscrapers, a Totem pole, flannel-wearing log rollers, and a southwestern town with a cactus. A vignette conflating a wide area of southeast Asia and Australia shows a pagoda, a working elephant, the Taj Mahal, and several kangaroos This map comes with a white border around the image --------------------------- -How are the prints shipped? They are rolled and placed into a rigid tube or box. -Is this available in a larger/smaller size. Yes. For smaller or larger sizes, email us. Printed on premium 36lb matte paper with fade resistant archival inks and includes a white border on all sides to allow for matting and framing. Please note that there may be some variation in the color of the on-screen image and the actual item received. This is subject to the brightness and contrast of your screen settings. This is a modern UNFRAMED reproduction of the original print - Frames are NOT Included.