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Vintage French Modern Illuminated Glass Globe Terrestre by Girard et Barrère

$1,600
£1,214.04
€1,388.15
CA$2,234.77
A$2,484.76
CHF 1,297.40
MX$30,245.53
NOK 16,554.29
SEK 15,510.58
DKK 10,360.02
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About the Item

Girard et Barrère illuminated terrestrial glass globe illustrating major shipping routes, ca. 1968, France - Rhodesia and Congo (pre-Zaire) present - Bangladesh not present. Composed of paper gores over glass, supported by a walnut base and cast/patinated brass half-meridian. Litho and hand-painted details present (some land mass and water bodies are hand-painted, as shown, giving this a unique Folk Art quality). Sourced in Naples, Italy and wired for Italian use with Italian plug (plug will be changed for US use, unless otherwise requested). Soiling, minor losses, and light, general wear present. Overall, in very good, vintage condition. H: 16.75" L: 13" D: 12"
  • Creator:
    Gerard Barrère & Thomas (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16.75 in (42.55 cm)Width: 13 in (33.02 cm)Depth: 12 in (30.48 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    ca. 1968
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Soiling, minor losses, and light, general wear present. Overall, in very good, vintage condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Brooklyn, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: SKU000048781stDibs: LU1444242724702

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