Globe - 1960-1970

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Wooden desk globe from the 1960s with an integrated battery radio, Italian design, made in Italy, about 28 cm high and 25 cm in diameter, in good used condition with minor signs of age; the internal radio is not functioning.

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Globe with integrated battery-powered radio – Italian design – 1960s

Original and sought-after wooden desk globe, made in Italy in the 1960s, which houses a battery-powered radio perfectly integrated into its structure. An object that best represents the multifunctional design of the period, when aesthetics, technology, and craftsmanship merged to create elegant and innovative furnishing accessories.

Entirely made of wood, the globe is enhanced by refined classic-style cartography with meridian and equatorial belt decorated. The sober lines of the turned stand and the warm wood tone give it a timeless charm, making it an ideal complement for an office, a bookcase, a living room, or a collection dedicated to 20th-century design.

The true peculiarity of this piece is the presence of the battery-powered radio hidden inside the globe, an ingenious solution typical of the era that fuses functionality and decorative value. Even when fully closed, the globe preserves an elegant and refined aesthetic, becoming an authentic furnishing element.

This is an item that is increasingly hard to find today, particularly appreciated by collectors of vintage radios, globes, and Italian design.

* Height: 28 cm
* Diameter: 25 cm

Conditions
The item is in good overall condition, with slight signs of aging compatible with its age and normal use. The wood patina and original finishes testify to its authenticity and historic charm. Please carefully observe the photographs, which form an integral part of the description.
The internal radio is not functioning and requires servicing.

The item will be carefully packed with professional materials to ensure maximum protection during transit and shipped with trackable service throughout Europe.

Seller's Story

900VINTAGE, every object tells a story, made of time, journeys, and memory. Our passion is to bring forgotten treasures back to light, pieces of a distant past that embody the timeless charm of craftsmanship and style of an era. We dedicate ourselves to the careful search for objects of bygone times, selected with care for their historical and aesthetic value. Our commitment does not stop at simple discovery: we restore each piece with care, respecting its authenticity and the character that only the passing years can bestow. Whether it's an antique grandmother's trunk, a witness to generations, or a chest that has sailed the oceans on ships of the great migrations, our goal is to preserve the soul of the object, renewing its beauty without betraying its essence. Every piece of furniture we offer is unique, rich in history, and capable of adding a touch of personality and originality to any space. Choosing 900VINTAGE means not just bringing home an object, but a fragment of history—a piece that will enrich your environment with a timeless soul. At 900VINTAGE, every object tells a story, one of time, travel, and memory. Our passion is to bring forgotten treasures back to life, pieces from a distant past that embody the timeless charm of craftsmanship and the style of an era. We dedicate ourselves to the meticulous search for objects from times gone by, carefully selected for their historical and aesthetic value. Our commitment goes beyond simple discovery: we carefully restore each piece, respecting its authenticity and the character that only the passing of time can bestow. Whether it's an antique grandmother's trunk, witness to generations, or a chest that has sailed the oceans on ships of great migrations, our goal is to preserve the soul of the object, renewing its beauty without betraying its essence. Every furnishing accessory we offer is unique, rich in history, and capable of giving spaces a touch of personality and originality. By choosing 900VINTAGE, you are not just bringing home an object, but a fragment of history, a piece that will enrich your spaces with a timeless soul. At 900VINTAGE, each object tells a story—of time, journeys, and memories. Our passion is to bring forgotten treasures back to life, pieces from a distant past that embody the timeless charm of craftsmanship and the style of a bygone era. We dedicate ourselves to meticulous research of vintage items, carefully selected for their historical and aesthetic value. Our commitment goes beyond mere discovery: we restore each piece with care, respecting its authenticity and the character that only the passage of time can bestow. Whether it's an old trunk that belonged to a grandmother, witness to generations, or a chest that sailed the oceans during great migrations, our goal is to preserve the soul of the object, renewing its beauty without betraying its essence. Every furniture accessory we offer is unique, full of history, and capable of adding a touch of personality and originality to any space. By choosing 900VINTAGE, you are not just adopting an object but a fragment of history—a piece that will enrich your space with a timeless soul. At 900VINTAGE, every object tells a story: a story of time, travel, and memories. Our passion is to revive forgotten treasures, pieces from a distant past that embody the timeless charm of craftsmanship and the style of an era. We dedicate ourselves to the meticulous search for vintage items, carefully selected for their historical and aesthetic value. Our commitment goes beyond mere discovery: we restore each piece with care, respecting its authenticity and the character that only the passage of time can bestow. Whether it's an antique grandmother's trunk, a witness to generations, or a chest that has crossed oceans on ships of great migrations, our goal is to preserve the soul of the object, renewing its beauty without betraying its essence. Each decor accessory we offer is unique, rich in history, and capable of adding a touch of personality and originality to any space. By choosing 900VINTAGE, you don't just bring home an object, but a piece of history—an element that will enrich your spaces with a timeless soul.
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Globe with integrated battery-powered radio – Italian design – 1960s

Original and sought-after wooden desk globe, made in Italy in the 1960s, which houses a battery-powered radio perfectly integrated into its structure. An object that best represents the multifunctional design of the period, when aesthetics, technology, and craftsmanship merged to create elegant and innovative furnishing accessories.

Entirely made of wood, the globe is enhanced by refined classic-style cartography with meridian and equatorial belt decorated. The sober lines of the turned stand and the warm wood tone give it a timeless charm, making it an ideal complement for an office, a bookcase, a living room, or a collection dedicated to 20th-century design.

The true peculiarity of this piece is the presence of the battery-powered radio hidden inside the globe, an ingenious solution typical of the era that fuses functionality and decorative value. Even when fully closed, the globe preserves an elegant and refined aesthetic, becoming an authentic furnishing element.

This is an item that is increasingly hard to find today, particularly appreciated by collectors of vintage radios, globes, and Italian design.

* Height: 28 cm
* Diameter: 25 cm

Conditions
The item is in good overall condition, with slight signs of aging compatible with its age and normal use. The wood patina and original finishes testify to its authenticity and historic charm. Please carefully observe the photographs, which form an integral part of the description.
The internal radio is not functioning and requires servicing.

The item will be carefully packed with professional materials to ensure maximum protection during transit and shipped with trackable service throughout Europe.

Seller's Story

900VINTAGE, every object tells a story, made of time, journeys, and memory. Our passion is to bring forgotten treasures back to light, pieces of a distant past that embody the timeless charm of craftsmanship and style of an era. We dedicate ourselves to the careful search for objects of bygone times, selected with care for their historical and aesthetic value. Our commitment does not stop at simple discovery: we restore each piece with care, respecting its authenticity and the character that only the passing years can bestow. Whether it's an antique grandmother's trunk, a witness to generations, or a chest that has sailed the oceans on ships of the great migrations, our goal is to preserve the soul of the object, renewing its beauty without betraying its essence. Every piece of furniture we offer is unique, rich in history, and capable of adding a touch of personality and originality to any space. Choosing 900VINTAGE means not just bringing home an object, but a fragment of history—a piece that will enrich your environment with a timeless soul. At 900VINTAGE, every object tells a story, one of time, travel, and memory. Our passion is to bring forgotten treasures back to life, pieces from a distant past that embody the timeless charm of craftsmanship and the style of an era. We dedicate ourselves to the meticulous search for objects from times gone by, carefully selected for their historical and aesthetic value. Our commitment goes beyond simple discovery: we carefully restore each piece, respecting its authenticity and the character that only the passing of time can bestow. Whether it's an antique grandmother's trunk, witness to generations, or a chest that has sailed the oceans on ships of great migrations, our goal is to preserve the soul of the object, renewing its beauty without betraying its essence. Every furnishing accessory we offer is unique, rich in history, and capable of giving spaces a touch of personality and originality. By choosing 900VINTAGE, you are not just bringing home an object, but a fragment of history, a piece that will enrich your spaces with a timeless soul. At 900VINTAGE, each object tells a story—of time, journeys, and memories. Our passion is to bring forgotten treasures back to life, pieces from a distant past that embody the timeless charm of craftsmanship and the style of a bygone era. We dedicate ourselves to meticulous research of vintage items, carefully selected for their historical and aesthetic value. Our commitment goes beyond mere discovery: we restore each piece with care, respecting its authenticity and the character that only the passage of time can bestow. Whether it's an old trunk that belonged to a grandmother, witness to generations, or a chest that sailed the oceans during great migrations, our goal is to preserve the soul of the object, renewing its beauty without betraying its essence. Every furniture accessory we offer is unique, full of history, and capable of adding a touch of personality and originality to any space. By choosing 900VINTAGE, you are not just adopting an object but a fragment of history—a piece that will enrich your space with a timeless soul. At 900VINTAGE, every object tells a story: a story of time, travel, and memories. Our passion is to revive forgotten treasures, pieces from a distant past that embody the timeless charm of craftsmanship and the style of an era. We dedicate ourselves to the meticulous search for vintage items, carefully selected for their historical and aesthetic value. Our commitment goes beyond mere discovery: we restore each piece with care, respecting its authenticity and the character that only the passage of time can bestow. Whether it's an antique grandmother's trunk, a witness to generations, or a chest that has crossed oceans on ships of great migrations, our goal is to preserve the soul of the object, renewing its beauty without betraying its essence. Each decor accessory we offer is unique, rich in history, and capable of adding a touch of personality and originality to any space. By choosing 900VINTAGE, you don't just bring home an object, but a piece of history—an element that will enrich your spaces with a timeless soul.
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Details

Era
1900-2000
Diameter
25 cm
Material
Wood
Country of origin
Italy
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
28 cm
Width
25 cm
Depth
25 cm
Estimated period
1960-1970
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Objects sold
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