Bonhams 1793 : An impressive 25-inch G Thomas terrestrial library globe, French, mid 19th century,

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30 Jan 2013 10:00 GMT London, Knightsbridge
Gentleman's Library Sale - Science
Back to auction 20448

An impressive 25-inch G Thomas terrestrial library globe, French, mid 19th century,

printed Globe Terrestre 1m/m=20 kilometres, G Thomas, Editeur Geographe, 44, Rue N.P. des Champs 44 PARIS, the coloured gores detailing various 18th and 19th century tracks of explorers, mounted in brass meridian and horizon ring applied with printed zodiac and calendar scales, raised in mahogany brackets and baluster column above tripod base terminating in brass casters, 52in (132cm) high

Estimate:

£18,000 - 24,000
€21,000 - 28,000
US$ 27,000 - 36,000

Category: Collectibles / Scientific Instruments

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