Large Antique Terrestrial Globe – J. Forest, Paris, 19th Century

Large Antique Terrestrial Globe – J. Forest, Paris. Important antique terrestrial globe, drawn by J. Forest, at a scale of 1:40,000,000, and bearing the inscription "Terrestrial Globe at a scale of 1:40,000,000 – Drawn by J. Forest – For sale in Paris from the author, 17 rue de Buci – Complete Edition." This globe presents a detailed cartography of the world, with meridians, parallels, sea routes, and period geographical names, reflecting the state of geographical knowledge at the end of the 19th/beginning of the 20th century. The surface is composed of engraved and colored gores with a beautiful antique patina, giving the whole an authentic and decorative charm. It rests on a well-proportioned, turned, blackened wooden base supporting a graduated metal meridian arc with a top axis and smooth rotation of the globe. The piece offers an elegant and balanced presence, equally suited to a classic interior, a cabinet of curiosities, a library, or a collector's study. Dimensions: – Total height: 62 cm Condition: Good overall condition, with wear, rubbing, and patina consistent with age and use, without major alterations, which contribute to the character and authenticity of the object. A large decorative and historical globe, rare in its size and quality of execution, ideal for enthusiasts of antique cartography and fine scholarly objects.