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This is a rare Group Of 3 19Th. C Terrestrial Globes 2 By J.Forest & 1 English .
The 2 …
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This is a rare Group Of 3 19Th. C Terrestrial Globes 2 By J.Forest & 1 English .
The 2 large ones are by J.Forrest Paris.
These are early antique terrestrial globe drawn up by the geographer J. Forest , 17 rue de Buci in Paris.
With brass half-meridian and turned oak ebonised stand and base.
Large 13 inches diameter globe, standing 22 1/2 inches high.
the other one by J.Forrest is 15" h by 8" diameter.
The small terrestrial globe is English and is 11" high by 6" diameter.
The 3 plaster and paper globes showing colonies, major cities, railways and navigation routes.
J. Forest was a French geographer and cartographer. In 1886 he founded his publishing house of maps and plans, world maps, globes and terrestrial spheres.
Very good antique condition, consistent with age and use.
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- Dimensions
- 13ʺW × 13ʺD × 22ʺH
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Bronze
- Paper Mache
- Plaster
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Black
- Condition Notes
- Very good antique condition, consistent with age and use. Please view all large photos for details. Very good antique condition, consistent with age and use. Please view all large photos for details. less
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