Celestial table globe - Räth's celestial globe – Prof. Dr. Arthur Krause – Leipzig – circa 1950 - 1950
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Räth celestial globe designed by Prof. Dr. Arthur Krause, produced by Räth in Leipzig, East Germany, dating from around 1950, multi-coloured with a blue sky sphere of papier-mâché mounted on a graduated metal meridian ring on a black wooden base; diameter 33 cm, height 52 cm, weight 1.2 kg, materials wood, metal and papier-mâché, in good used condition with signs of aging and small stains.
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Räth's Celestial Globe – Prof. Dr. Arthur Krause – Leipzig – circa 1950
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German Räth celestial globe, published by Paul Räth Nachf. KG in Leipzig and designed by Prof. Dr. Arthur Krause. The blue sphere shows the night sky for the equinox year 1950, with stars in various sizes and constellations labeled with German and Latin names. The yellow stars contrast nicely with the deep blue background. The sphere is mounted in a graduated metal meridian ring on a black wooden stand.
Height approx. 51 cm, diameter of the sphere approx. 33 cm. Authentic used condition with signs of aging, discoloration and localized wear on the surface.
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Koen’s Antiques & Curiosa presents timeless finds: antiques, religious art, curios and vintage design. My passion for the exceptional takes me to markets, auctions and collections in Belgium and beyond. Each piece is carefully selected, accurately described and professionally shipped. More than 900 five-star reviews underscore my commitment to quality and service.
Translated by Google TranslateRäth's Celestial Globe – Prof. Dr. Arthur Krause – Leipzig – circa 1950
Professionally shipped – more than 950 five-star reviews worldwide.
German Räth celestial globe, published by Paul Räth Nachf. KG in Leipzig and designed by Prof. Dr. Arthur Krause. The blue sphere shows the night sky for the equinox year 1950, with stars in various sizes and constellations labeled with German and Latin names. The yellow stars contrast nicely with the deep blue background. The sphere is mounted in a graduated metal meridian ring on a black wooden stand.
Height approx. 51 cm, diameter of the sphere approx. 33 cm. Authentic used condition with signs of aging, discoloration and localized wear on the surface.
Please look carefully at the photos, they are part of the description.
Shipped with tracking
Seller's Story
Koen’s Antiques & Curiosa presents timeless finds: antiques, religious art, curios and vintage design. My passion for the exceptional takes me to markets, auctions and collections in Belgium and beyond. Each piece is carefully selected, accurately described and professionally shipped. More than 900 five-star reviews underscore my commitment to quality and service.
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Era
1900-2000
Weight
1.2 kg
Diameter
33 cm
Paper type
Papier-mache
Specific region of origin
Oost-Duitsland
Type
Celestial table globe
Title additional information
Räth's celestial globe – Prof. Dr. Arthur Krause – Leipzig – circa 1950
Material
Metal, Paper, Wood
Country of origin
Germany
Manufacturer/brand
Räth
Colour
Multicolour
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
52 cm
Width
33 cm
Depth
33 cm
Estimated period
1950
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