“Very pleased with Justin's work. We received our print in less than a week and couldn't be happier with the final result. Both the map and the frame were high quality with great detail. Justin was also a pleasure to work with and responded timely to all of my questions. I would highly recommend this shop.”
Print only · ships rolled in a protective tube, ready to frame
Archive Notes
| Genre | Celestial Art |
| Artist | Johann Gehler |
| Subject | German Moon Map Lunar Chart |
| Circa | 1842 |
| Medium | Giclée on 325gsm archival matte |
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Vintage German Moon Map Lunar ChartJohann Gehler · c. 1842
Archive Print Co. · archival reproduction
$80.00
Print Only · Ships Unframed
4.7567 customer reviews
Free U.S. shipping · arrives Oct 28 to Nov 4
Museum-grade archival paper
U.S. orders are printed and framed in the U.S.
30-day returns from delivery · damaged arrivals reprinted free
Archive Notes
| Genre | Celestial Art |
| Artist | Johann Gehler |
| Subject | German Moon Map Lunar Chart |
| Circa | 1842 |
| Medium | Giclée on 325gsm archival matte |
Size Comparison
We restore and reproduce vintage maps, charts and prints on museum-grade paper.
The Story Behind the Print
This meticulous lunar chart springs from the golden age of German astronomical observation, when Johann Gehler mapped the moon's mysterious surface in extraordinary detail. Created in 1842, this hand-colored masterpiece captures every crater, mare, and mountain range with the precision of a scientist and the artistry of a master cartographer.
The mid-19th century marked a revolution in lunar study, as improved telescopes revealed secrets that had puzzled astronomers for centuries. Gehler's work represents the pinnacle of pre-photographic moon mapping—each feature carefully observed through countless nights of patient study. The delicate hand-coloring highlights the moon's varied terrain in subtle earth tones, transforming scientific data into something unexpectedly beautiful.
This vintage star chart belongs to an era when astronomy and art walked hand in hand, producing celestial art prints that were both scientifically groundbreaking and visually stunning.
Reproduced on 325gsm museum-grade archival matte paper using premium giclée printing and archival inks, ensuring this vintage constellation print maintains its scientific precision and artistic beauty for generations.
Colors may vary slightly between screens and the finished piece — the print will always be richer.
About the Frame
Framed pieces are built to order in solid wood with clear acrylic glazing, dry-mounted artwork, a kraft paper dust cover, and hanging wire. Each piece arrives ready to hang. No mat. Satin Black has a 7/8-inch face and adds 1.25 inches to the total width and height. Slimwood Silver and Slimwood Gold have a 1 1/8-inch face and add 1.75 inches to the total width and height.
The selected size refers to the artwork itself. Framed orders are custom made and ship within 7 to 10 business days, free in the U.S. See our shipping and return policies for framed piece details.
Customer notes
From our collectors
4.7567 customer reviews
“Shipped soon after I ordered and came in about a week! (That includes a holiday and the weekend). I loved how carefully packaged my print came and it even had a note from the seller, very thoughtful touch. The print looks so clear and the paper is great quality, it looks even better than the picture online. I would 100% recommend this shop/ seller.”
“Justin and Paola were so easy to communicate with - they even expedited shipping for this order at no additional charge when they heard that it was meant to be a birthday gift! I was so lucky to find their shop, since I was looking for a really specific print. It also arrived in perfect condition. Highly recommend their business!”
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