Decorative world globe with compass - 1980-1990





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Grand Tour Style Gemstone World Globe with Compass, brass mounted with gilt brass meridian and lapis lazuli continents, dating to 1980–1990, diameter 47 cm (height 22 cm, width 24 cm), in good condition with minor signs of aging.
Description from the seller
No customs fees for EU buyers – I cover everything.Grand Tour Style Gemstone World Globe with Compass – Brass Mounted
An elegant and substantial deco/7rative world globe inspired by the classical tradition of scholarly instruments and the Grand Tour aesthetic.
The sphere presents continents formed from decorative mineral inlays set against deep blue oceans, intersected by gilt longitude and latitude lines. The globe is held within a polished brass meridian and raised on a refined four–column base.
At the centre of the stand, an integrated compass enhances the navigational character while providing a strong visual focal point.
Both intellectual and ornamental in presence, the piece fits perfectly within a study, library, executive office or collector’s cabinet.
Weight: approx. 1.390 kg
Condition:
Very good condition with minor traces of age and handling. The photographs form an integral part of the description.
Particularly suitable for luxury interior and travel themed auctions.
No customs fees for EU buyers – I cover everything.Grand Tour Style Gemstone World Globe with Compass – Brass Mounted
An elegant and substantial deco/7rative world globe inspired by the classical tradition of scholarly instruments and the Grand Tour aesthetic.
The sphere presents continents formed from decorative mineral inlays set against deep blue oceans, intersected by gilt longitude and latitude lines. The globe is held within a polished brass meridian and raised on a refined four–column base.
At the centre of the stand, an integrated compass enhances the navigational character while providing a strong visual focal point.
Both intellectual and ornamental in presence, the piece fits perfectly within a study, library, executive office or collector’s cabinet.
Weight: approx. 1.390 kg
Condition:
Very good condition with minor traces of age and handling. The photographs form an integral part of the description.
Particularly suitable for luxury interior and travel themed auctions.

