Terrestrial globe - Ludwig J. Heymann, Berlin - ca 1885
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Terrestrial Globe by Ludwig Julius Heymann, Berlin, ca 1885
"ERDGLOBUS", the version made in Berlin is the oldest of Heymann's production, the globe is composed of 12 lithographed and coloured paper segments on papier-mache, brass and turned wood base, complete with working compass, the glass is clear and there is no fog.
The globe is ancient but well preserved, the patina is beautiful and shows signs of aging, the cartography is readable, the state of preservation is excellent. Every part is original.
Heymann globes are highly prized by collectors and feature very detailed and high quality cartography.
height: 44 cm
diameter: 25 cm
German language
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Terrestrial Globe by Ludwig Julius Heymann, Berlin, ca 1885
"ERDGLOBUS", the version made in Berlin is the oldest of Heymann's production, the globe is composed of 12 lithographed and coloured paper segments on papier-mache, brass and turned wood base, complete with working compass, the glass is clear and there is no fog.
The globe is ancient but well preserved, the patina is beautiful and shows signs of aging, the cartography is readable, the state of preservation is excellent. Every part is original.
Heymann globes are highly prized by collectors and feature very detailed and high quality cartography.
height: 44 cm
diameter: 25 cm
German language
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The photo shoot was performed with natural light, please note that the display of colors varies from one device to another therefore we do not assume responsibility for chromatic variations.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Paper type
Papier-mache
Wood type
Walnut
Over 200 years old
No
Type
Terrestrial globe
Title additional information
Ludwig J. Heymann, Berlin
Material
Brass, Paper, Wood
Country of origin
Germany
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
44 cm
Width
25 cm
Depth
25 cm
Estimated period
ca 1885
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