PHILIPS 'Library' 6 inch terrestrial globe, circa 1956

This is a small desk or table globe from the British company Philips. It is unusual in that it is not mounted on an axis, but is designed to be hand-held or rolled on on its bakelite base.

The globe is further distinguished by its seamless equator, being constructed in the traditional manner from a pasteboard sphere with 12 hand-applied paper gores (other Philips globes were typically made using composite paper gores, joined at the equator).

The map has been carefully cleaned and is in good condition with some light marking and staining. The bakelite base has been caleaned and polished and is in excellent condition.

Dimensions

Diameter 6 inches (150mm); overall height 160mm

Price

£150

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