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Antique 19th Century Smiths Terrestrial Globe By George Philips & Son Ltd c.1890

$5,683.62
£4,195
€4,908.57
CA$7,829.57
A$8,768.62
CHF 4,575.32
MX$107,104.96
NOK 58,211.43
SEK 54,871.25
DKK 36,632.07

About the Item

Antique 19th Century English terrestrial globe made by George Philips and Son. Set on a walnut stand. This piece makes a striking addition to any library or serves as a decorative yet functional statement piece for the home. George Philip was a Scottish geographer and cartographer born in 1800. He founded his eponymous company, George Philip & Son Ltd., in 1834, which became a leading authority in the field of mapmaking and globes. The company's reputation for accuracy and attention to detail quickly made its products popular not only in the United Kingdom but around the globe. George Philip's contribution to cartography was marked by innovation. He developed and introduced techniques that improved the quality and accuracy of maps and globes, setting new standards in the industry. His commitment to precision was well-regarded, and it is no surprise that George Philip & Son Ltd. became known for producing some of the finest globes in the world. CONDITION In Great Condition - Wear expected with age. Please refer to photographs. SIZE Globe Diameter: 30 cm // 11.81 inches Stand: Height: 30 cm // 11.81 inches Diameter: 43 cm // 16.93 inches
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16.93 in (43 cm)Diameter: 16.93 in (43 cm)
  • Style:
    Other (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1890
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. In Great Condition - Wear expected with age. Please refer to photographs.
  • Seller Location:
    Royal Tunbridge Wells, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: D113431stDibs: LU1348245601922

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