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Vintage Terrestrial Library Globe on Stand With Compass 20th Century

$4,035.97
£2,950
€3,470.74
CA$5,542.80
A$6,203.49
CHF 3,239.19
MX$75,682.98
NOK 41,117.29
SEK 39,017.78
DKK 25,917.81
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A fine vintage and very decorative 19" terrestrial library globe on stand by Georama, London, dated 1988. The globe is raised on a highly decorative acanthus carved mahogany tripod stand, the base is fitted with a large compass. The globe has a brass meridian circle and shows the territorial regions and the ocean currents. Add some worldly knowledge to your home with this amazing and highly decorative globe. THE BOTANICAL NAME FOR THE MAHOGANY THAT THIS ITEM IS MADE OF IS SWIETENIA MACROPHYLLA AND THIS TYPE OF MAHOGANY IS NOT SUBJECT TO CITES REGULATION AND DOES NOT CONTAIN ANY RESTRICTED MATERIALS. Condition: In really excellent condition.  Dimensions in cm: Height 120 cm x Width 66 cm x Depth 66 cm Dimensions in inches: Height 3 foot, 11 inches x Width 2 foot, 2 inches x Depth 2 foot, 2 inches Our reference: A4574
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 47.25 in (120 cm)Width: 25.99 in (66 cm)Depth: 25.99 in (66 cm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    1988
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  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: A45741stDibs: LU950645910352

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