Lamp - Metal, Plastic - Vintage illuminated globe
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This working illuminated globe from 1960–1970 is made of plastic with a metal stand and meridian, and has dark discolouration inside the globe.
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Vintage Illuminated Standard Globe – 1960s – Mid-Century Design
Gorgeous vintage illuminated globe from the 60s, published by N.V. Standaard-Boekhandel Antwerp and produced with cartography by the Italian Istituto Geografico De Agostini.
This distinctive globe is a real eye-catcher for lovers of vintage design, retro interiors and old cartography.
The globe is made of plastic and sits on a stylish metal base with a brushed aluminum look and a black round base. The curved metal meridian arc with degree markings gives the piece a characteristic 1960s look.
The detailed Dutch-language world map shows both political and physical information, supplemented with colorful ocean currents and geographic labels.
Details:
* Original vintage globe from the 1960s.
* Publisher: N.V. Standaard-Boekhandel Antwerp.
* Cartography: Istituto Geografico De Agostini, Italy.
* Globe material: plastic.
* Metal base and meridian arc with degree markings.
* Scale: 1:50,000,000.
* Dutch-language geographic labels.
* Equipped with lighting with switch on the cord.
* The lighting works, as clearly visible in the photos.
* Decorative mid-century design.
Condition and important note
The globe is in a beautiful vintage condition with signs of use and patina appropriate for its age.
Important: In the past, a lamp with too high wattage presumably sat inside the globe. This has caused dark to black discoloration on the inner surface of the plastic sphere.
This discoloration is particularly noticeable when the globe is lit and viewed from certain angles.
However, there is no noticeable distortion of the plastic sphere. The globe has retained its original round shape.
The lighting functions and creates a particularly atmospheric lighting effect. The discoloration is clearly shown in the photos so the buyer gets an honest view of the condition.
For safe use, a low-heat LED bulb is recommended, compatible with the fitting.
A Decorative Piece of History
This globe reflects the geographical worldview of the 1960s, with historical country names and borders that have since changed.
A special decorative object for a vintage interior, desk, library, or a collection of historical world globes.
Please study all photos carefully. They are an integral part of the description and show both the patina and the discoloration when the globe is lit.
Vintage Illuminated Standard Globe – 1960s – Mid-Century Design
Gorgeous vintage illuminated globe from the 60s, published by N.V. Standaard-Boekhandel Antwerp and produced with cartography by the Italian Istituto Geografico De Agostini.
This distinctive globe is a real eye-catcher for lovers of vintage design, retro interiors and old cartography.
The globe is made of plastic and sits on a stylish metal base with a brushed aluminum look and a black round base. The curved metal meridian arc with degree markings gives the piece a characteristic 1960s look.
The detailed Dutch-language world map shows both political and physical information, supplemented with colorful ocean currents and geographic labels.
Details:
* Original vintage globe from the 1960s.
* Publisher: N.V. Standaard-Boekhandel Antwerp.
* Cartography: Istituto Geografico De Agostini, Italy.
* Globe material: plastic.
* Metal base and meridian arc with degree markings.
* Scale: 1:50,000,000.
* Dutch-language geographic labels.
* Equipped with lighting with switch on the cord.
* The lighting works, as clearly visible in the photos.
* Decorative mid-century design.
Condition and important note
The globe is in a beautiful vintage condition with signs of use and patina appropriate for its age.
Important: In the past, a lamp with too high wattage presumably sat inside the globe. This has caused dark to black discoloration on the inner surface of the plastic sphere.
This discoloration is particularly noticeable when the globe is lit and viewed from certain angles.
However, there is no noticeable distortion of the plastic sphere. The globe has retained its original round shape.
The lighting functions and creates a particularly atmospheric lighting effect. The discoloration is clearly shown in the photos so the buyer gets an honest view of the condition.
For safe use, a low-heat LED bulb is recommended, compatible with the fitting.
A Decorative Piece of History
This globe reflects the geographical worldview of the 1960s, with historical country names and borders that have since changed.
A special decorative object for a vintage interior, desk, library, or a collection of historical world globes.
Please study all photos carefully. They are an integral part of the description and show both the patina and the discoloration when the globe is lit.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Vintage illuminated globe
Number of objects
1
Material
Metal, Plastic
Country of origin
Belgium
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In working order
Yes
Height
35 cm
Width
30 cm
Depth
30 cm
Weight
1000 g
Estimated period
1960-1970
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