Globe - Great World Globe Lumi - 1970-1980

Authentic and rare luminous collectible terrestrial globe from the famous Danish cartography house Scan-Globe A/S, high-end World Antique model released in 1988 [dn5fT2.png]. Entire edition in French. This large-sized specimen is mounted on a magnificent decorative framework that includes a double meridian (full arc) and a tripod base, all in solid varnished wood with a beautiful warm tone. The piece preserves in perfect condition its original metal international time dial at the North Pole [dn5fT2.png]. Historical and Cartographic Interest (Late Cold War): The cartography of this globe makes it a magnificent geopolitical testament of its era: • The political map still shows the U.R.S.S. (Union of Soviet Socialist Republics) and the city of Tselinograd (Kazakhstan) [dn5fT2.png]. • The globe is richly decorated with illustrations of historic and scientific landmarks: the route of the Alexander von Humboldt expedition (1799-1804), the historic transpolar voyage of the submarine Nautilus (1958), and the maritime route of Christopher Columbus (1492), all accompanied by their respective portraits [dn5fT2.png]. • Comprehensive nautical cartography including the great ocean currents (such as the Gulf Stream) and the scientific record of the oceanographic vessel "Abisko" by Nassy (1986) [dn5fT2.png]. Official Dimensions (Large Model): • Total circumference of the wooden frame: approx. 132 cm • Overall exterior diameter: 36 cm • Diameter of the cartographic sphere: 30 cm • Total height of the piece: 43 cm Condition: • Aesthetic: Very good overall condition. The parchment-effect coating on the sphere presents magnificently patinated colors, well preserved, with no significant sun discoloration. The wooden base has been fully inspected and carefully reinforced: the structure is perfectly stable, solid and straight. • Electrical system: Original wiring perfectly functional (features a switch on the cord). Provides a uniform illumination that projects a very warm ambient light in amber tones when turned on.

Estimate:£108.84

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