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About the Artist
Levi Walter Yaggy was an American educator and map publisher renowned for his innovative wall charts that brought geography and science into classrooms across the United States. Active in the late nineteenth century, Yaggy developed large-format educational aids designed to engage students visually and intellectually. His work reflects a period when printed maps and diagrams were essential teaching tools, bridging the gap between scientific knowledge and everyday learning. Yaggy’s charts are now appreciated for their historical significance and their role in the evolution of educational graphic design, making them a natural fit alongside other map prints.
His educational philosophy emphasized accessibility and visual clarity, aiming to make complex subjects understandable at a glance. Today, collectors value his charts as artifacts of Victorian-era pedagogy and as decorative pieces that celebrate the history of science education.
The Artwork
Created in 1893, Climatic Chart of the World was designed as a classroom reference to help students grasp the diversity of global climates. At a time when public education was expanding rapidly, such charts served as essential teaching aids, transforming abstract climate data into a visually engaging lesson. The chart connects world regions to their characteristic flora, fauna, and landscapes, encouraging viewers to consider how climate shapes life across the globe.
This approach made distant geographies feel immediate and relatable, turning the classroom into a window on the world. Today, the chart stands as both a historical document and a storytelling map, appealing to those interested in the intersection of science and art, as well as fans of science themed prints.
Style & Characteristics
The composition features a central map of the world, surrounded by detailed panels and small vignettes illustrating regional climates and wildlife. Precise linework and clear labeling guide the viewer’s eye, while the inclusion of animals and landscapes adds narrative depth to the scientific information.
The palette is dominated by cool ocean blues and varied greens for landmasses, accented by warm yellows, oranges, and touches of red that highlight key areas. The overall effect is both informative and inviting, with a distinctly nineteenth-century academic aesthetic that balances clarity with visual interest.
In Interior Design
This vintage map poster makes a striking focal point in home offices, libraries, hallways, or creative studios, where its scale and detail invite close examination. It is also well-suited for children’s rooms or study areas as an educational art print that appeals to all ages.
Pair it with wood, black, or brass frames and textiles in blue or green to echo the map’s tones, or introduce accents from the animals collection for a more eclectic gallery wall. Its blend of history and design complements classic, eclectic, and modern interiors that appreciate curated vintage decor.