This Beautiful Library Globe, Mounted On A Red Mahogany And Bronze Base, Comes From America.

A large and beautiful library globe on a red mahogany tripod base from the 1990s, made of papier-mâché by the Royal Geographical Society, an imported American production. This globe, first published in 1830, is a faithful reproduction of the original and an important, useful, and decorative piece for a collector's cabinet of curiosities. The meticulous craftsmanship is true to the original, resting on a beautiful red mahogany tripod with polished bronze-clad feet, a graduated rim, and a bronze-ornamented axis, as are the acanthus leaf motifs on the base. The globe itself is precise, with soft colors and reliefs of mountain ranges and the outlines of countries at the borders of the early 19th century. One can discern the upheavals of nations. This piece is a curiosity from across the Atlantic, in perfect condition and of great value, adding a touch of distinction to any décor while inspiring a sense of wonder about the planet. A beautiful piece in very good original condition. From latitudes to longitudes, our traveler's soul delights in dreaming...