Sold 6 May 2025 · Treehouse Antiques

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Description

Floor standing 12 inch terrestial globe by george. F. Cram on a very nice mahogany triform stand, turned pedestal and standing on bun feet, globe revolves as it should on its cast iron axis , some marks to the globe as can be seen in the pictures the stand in very good condition

Date of Manufacture

Treehouse Antiques has dated this Antique Floor Globe to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions

Height

97cm (38.19")

Width

36cm (14.17")

Depth

36cm (14.17")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1111386

Dealers Notes

UK mainland delivery £25 - £125 for far flung areas of scotland etc please contact US for a quote. Viewing is by appointment. Collection is always welcome. We accept payment by paypal

Any enquiries regarding this item please telephone ian 07885472759 or

Linda 07886370802

Description

Date of Manufacture

Treehouse Antiques has dated this Antique Floor Globe to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions

Height

97cm (38.19")

Width

36cm (14.17")

Depth

36cm (14.17")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1111386

About the Dealer

Treehouse Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2017

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An antique floor-standing terrestrial globe featuring a detailed paper map sphere inside a graduated meridian ring, supported by a turned wooden pedestal and tripod base.

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Treehouse Antiques

Telephone 07885 472759

Location

Lancashire
United Kingdom

Viewing by appointment only.

Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/treehouseantiques

Verified Since Oct 2017

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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectGlobes
Period19th century
StyleTraditional
MaterialMahogany, Paper, Brass, Plaster
ColourDark Brown
MotifsTurned pedestal, Meridian ring, Tripod base, Cartographic print
SizeH 97 cm (38 in) x W 36 cm (14 in) x D 36 cm (14 in)

FAQs

Floor-standing globes gained prominence during the Renaissance and Enlightenment periods as essential cartographic tools and symbols of wealth, education, and global exploration for libraries and studies.

Traditional globes were typically constructed using a plaster sphere covered in printed paper gores, mounted within a brass or bronze meridian ring, and supported by a turned wooden stand made from hardwoods like mahogany, walnut, or oak.

Authentic pieces can be identified by examining the cartographic boundaries, geographical names, paper ageing, construction techniques of the core, and hand-applied varnish that develops a characteristic amber patina over time.

Position the globe in an empty corner, beside a leather armchair, or within a study to add vertical interest, historical texture, and a focal point that complements both traditional and contemporary schemes.

Keep paper globes away from direct sunlight to prevent fading, maintain stable indoor humidity to avoid paper contraction or wood cracking, and dust gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth without using liquid cleaners.