Globe - 1950-1960





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Columbus political world globe, German language, from circa 1955–1962, with a diameter of 32 cm and a height of 48.5 cm, mounted on its original metal stand, unlit, made of paper, metal and composite material, in good used condition.
Description from the seller
Columbus political world globe – Germany – c. 1955–1962 – Ø 32 cm – German language – original metal stand – unlit
Object
Political world globe
Manufacturer
Columbus Verlag Paul Oestergaard K.G., Berlin / Stuttgart
Period
circa 1955–1962
Country of origin
Germany
Description
Original mid-20th-century Columbus political world globe, produced in Germany.
The globe is fully labeled in German and shows countries and national borders in different colors, including numerous historical political and geographical names typical of the period.
The cartography is cleanly printed with well-preserved green and blue color tones.
The globe is mounted on its original metal stand, which is stable and complete.
This is an unlit model, valued by collectors for its authenticity and timeless appearance.
Based on the political representation (Germany shown as one unified country and the USSR not explicitly labeled), the globe can be dated to approximately 1955–1962.
Condition
Good vintage condition with minor signs of age and use.
The globe surface is clean, with no cracks or paper losses.
The metal stand shows light surface wear and a small cosmetic chip at the edge, consistent with age.
The stand is stable and complete.
Please refer to the photos, which form an integral part of the description.
Dimensions
• Globe diameter: approx. 32 cm
• Total height: approx. 48–50 cm
Columbus political world globe – Germany – c. 1955–1962 – Ø 32 cm – German language – original metal stand – unlit
Object
Political world globe
Manufacturer
Columbus Verlag Paul Oestergaard K.G., Berlin / Stuttgart
Period
circa 1955–1962
Country of origin
Germany
Description
Original mid-20th-century Columbus political world globe, produced in Germany.
The globe is fully labeled in German and shows countries and national borders in different colors, including numerous historical political and geographical names typical of the period.
The cartography is cleanly printed with well-preserved green and blue color tones.
The globe is mounted on its original metal stand, which is stable and complete.
This is an unlit model, valued by collectors for its authenticity and timeless appearance.
Based on the political representation (Germany shown as one unified country and the USSR not explicitly labeled), the globe can be dated to approximately 1955–1962.
Condition
Good vintage condition with minor signs of age and use.
The globe surface is clean, with no cracks or paper losses.
The metal stand shows light surface wear and a small cosmetic chip at the edge, consistent with age.
The stand is stable and complete.
Please refer to the photos, which form an integral part of the description.
Dimensions
• Globe diameter: approx. 32 cm
• Total height: approx. 48–50 cm

