Vintage Girard & Barrère French Desktop Globe – Mid-Century Modern Tripod Stand – c. 1950s - Museum - Produced by the famous Parisian cartographic publishing house Girard & Barrère. - ca 1950s, France - Paris

Vintage Girard & Barrère French Desktop Globe – Mid-Century Modern Tripod Stand – c. 1950s

An Absolute Mid-Century Design Icon for Collectors and Enthusiasts
Step back in time with this stunning, authentic "Globe de la Terre" produced by the legendary French cartographic publishers Girard & Barrère (Paris).
Dating from the late 1950s, this desktop globe is the ultimate intersection of historical cartography and iconic post-war European design.
The Epitome of Mid-Century Modern & Atomic Age Style
What makes this specific piece highly coveted by interior designers is its spectacular minimalist tripod stand. Featuring a sleek, black lacquered metal base finished with contrasting creamy-white "ball" feet, it perfectly embodies the Atomic Age aesthetic that defined the 1950s
It does away with heavy, traditional wood in favor of an airy, graphic silhouette that effortlessly complements both contemporary and retro interiors.
Exquisite French Craftsmanship & Historical Detail
Publisher: Girard & Barrère, Paris (Rue de l'Ancienne Comédie)
Language: Completely in French, adding an undeniable layer of continental charm and romance ("Mer des Antilles", "Golfe du Mexique")
Scale: Highly detailed 1/80,000,000 scale, meticulously applied via paper gores over a traditional cardboard sphere.
Dimensions: A highly desirable and compact desktop size (approx. 27 cm diameter), making it the perfect statement piece for a library shelf, executive desk, or mid-century sideboard.
A True Time Capsule
Beyond its undeniable aesthetic appeal, this globe serves as a fascinating historical document, capturing a world in transition before the major border changes of the late 20th century.
Condition Report:
In beautiful, vibrant vintage condition.
The oceans retain a gorgeous, rich turquoise-blue hue that hasn't suffered from the heavy sun-fading so common with globes of this era.
It shows a wonderful, authentic patina that only time can buy, making it an incredibly honest and premium piece for serious collectors.
Don't miss the chance to add this quintessential piece of French design history to your collection.
A guaranteed conversation starter and a rising investment piece.
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