Vintage Table Globe & Atlas, English, World Map, Philips Challenge, Mid Century

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This is a vintage table globe and atlas set. An English, paper finished world map with chrome meridian and hardback … Read more This is a vintage table globe and atlas set. An English, paper finished world map with chrome meridian and hardback volume, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1950.

A delightful mid-century globe, with great detail and accompanying atlas
Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout
Globe rotates within the chrome half meridian, with the inclination of the Earth’s axis
Pleasingly detailed waxed paper gores laid upon the spherical globe

Superb level of information, with country names, key cities and shipping routes
Silvered polar calottes at North and South Poles present the time of day in the 24 hour clock
Oval cartouche reads 'Philips' Challenge Globe - Scale 1:37,500.000 - Diameter 13.5 Inches'
Standing upon an executive plinth crafted in mahogany, with fine grain interest

A 1952 edition of Philips' Record Atlas sits neatly to the reverse of the globe's plinth
Presents 207 pages within a tasteful crimson coloured hard cover
Superb cartography across 128 map plates, in full colour
Second section of the book is a comprehensive alphabetical consulting index

This is a superb vintage table globe, replete with a raft of fascinating mid-century information, further enhanced by the accompanying atlas. Perfect for desk display or as a centrepiece. Delivered ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 35cm (13.75'')
Max Depth: 33cm (13'')
Max Height: 44.5cm (17.5'') See less