Globe - Space Age Style - 1990-2000

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Silver steel globe on a three-rod support, 60 cm tall, 22 cm wide and 20 cm deep, originating from the United Kingdom, model Doble Giro con Columna, estimated period 1990–2000, Space Age style, in good used condition with minor signs of age.

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It is a late-20th-century globe that fully embraces that late Space Age aesthetic, where technology becomes a visual language and the everyday object takes on an almost sculptural presence. Here, the metallic sphere—with a silver finish, engraved continents and latitude and longitude lines drawn with industrial precision—conveys that sense of the world turned into an artifact, a scientific piece, a symbol of exploration.

The silver steel structure that supports it reinforces that futuristic reading: three vertical rods, clean and straight, lift the sphere with functional elegance, almost architectural. There are no superfluous ornaments; everything responds to a logic of clarity, stability, and modernity. The metal, cold and luminous, acts as a frame that enhances the globe’s presence without competing with it.

At the apex stands the column with a double twist, a detail that introduces dynamism and mechanical sophistication. That dual movement—visual and structural—evokes the orientation systems and rotation mechanisms typical of 20th-century scientific instruments, but reinterpreted from space-age aesthetics: pure lines, clean geometries, a sense of technological precision.

The ensemble operates as a decorative object and as a design piece: a globe that not only represents the world, but embodies the fascination with the future, with engineering, and with that optimistic vision of the space era. A piece that lights up any interior with its metallic presence, its formal balance, and its timeless character.

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Seller's Story

Vintage Shop SL is a prominent antique store that since 2010 has been committed to customer satisfaction and sustainability. This shop is not only a cultural treasure that preserves the history and heritage of our societies, but also strives to operate in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner. At Vintage Shop SL, we believe that customer service is essential to our success. Our highly trained team is dedicated to providing friendly, knowledgeable, and personalized service. We take pride in helping our customers find the perfect vintage pieces that fit their individual tastes and needs, ensuring their satisfaction and fostering lasting relationships. But that's not all. At Vintage Shop SL, we also care about the sustainability of the business and its impact on the natural environment. We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and promoting responsible business practices. On the one hand, we promote the circular economy and reuse by offering vintage items in excellent condition. By acquiring antiques at our shop, customers contribute to the conservation of natural resources by avoiding the production of new items and reducing the carbon emissions associated with manufacturing and transportation.
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It is a late-20th-century globe that fully embraces that late Space Age aesthetic, where technology becomes a visual language and the everyday object takes on an almost sculptural presence. Here, the metallic sphere—with a silver finish, engraved continents and latitude and longitude lines drawn with industrial precision—conveys that sense of the world turned into an artifact, a scientific piece, a symbol of exploration.

The silver steel structure that supports it reinforces that futuristic reading: three vertical rods, clean and straight, lift the sphere with functional elegance, almost architectural. There are no superfluous ornaments; everything responds to a logic of clarity, stability, and modernity. The metal, cold and luminous, acts as a frame that enhances the globe’s presence without competing with it.

At the apex stands the column with a double twist, a detail that introduces dynamism and mechanical sophistication. That dual movement—visual and structural—evokes the orientation systems and rotation mechanisms typical of 20th-century scientific instruments, but reinterpreted from space-age aesthetics: pure lines, clean geometries, a sense of technological precision.

The ensemble operates as a decorative object and as a design piece: a globe that not only represents the world, but embodies the fascination with the future, with engineering, and with that optimistic vision of the space era. A piece that lights up any interior with its metallic presence, its formal balance, and its timeless character.

Certified shipping and good packaging.

Seller's Story

Vintage Shop SL is a prominent antique store that since 2010 has been committed to customer satisfaction and sustainability. This shop is not only a cultural treasure that preserves the history and heritage of our societies, but also strives to operate in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner. At Vintage Shop SL, we believe that customer service is essential to our success. Our highly trained team is dedicated to providing friendly, knowledgeable, and personalized service. We take pride in helping our customers find the perfect vintage pieces that fit their individual tastes and needs, ensuring their satisfaction and fostering lasting relationships. But that's not all. At Vintage Shop SL, we also care about the sustainability of the business and its impact on the natural environment. We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and promoting responsible business practices. On the one hand, we promote the circular economy and reuse by offering vintage items in excellent condition. By acquiring antiques at our shop, customers contribute to the conservation of natural resources by avoiding the production of new items and reducing the carbon emissions associated with manufacturing and transportation.
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Details

Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Space Age Style
Model
Double Twist with Column
Material
Steel
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Colour
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
60 cm
Width
22 cm
Depth
20 cm
Estimated period
1990-2000
SpainVerified
3749
Objects sold
92.01%
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