A fabulous thing, this terrestrial globe is a version of the Martin Behaim globe, also known as the Erdapfel. The original dates to the 15th century and is the oldest globe known, residing in a Nuremberg museum. Presented here in green leather with beautiful detail and text, it shows a long lost world of mermaids and sailing ships. It is supported by a mahogany tripod frame and has a brass meridian.
– Tripod feet with castors.
– Brass hour circle at the top with Roman numerals.
– Brass meridian ring with Arabic numerals.
– Fabulous range of imagery, including mythological beasts, flags, ships, whales & fish.
– Zodiacal figures around the circumference.
– Gilt areas representing lakes, rivers and seas.
– Areas of text, written in German.
– At the south pole, a large depiction of a woman with wings and eagle feet and a range of crests.
In good condition showing wear consistent with age and use. There is some minor scuffing to the leather, but it is in generally good condition.
Date: Tripod 19th Century, Globe possibly 20th Century
Material: Mahogany, Leather & Brass
Origin: Germany
Height – 130 cm
Width – 74 cm
Depth – 74 cm
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