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French Terrestrial Globe by J. Forest
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French Terrestrial Globe by J. Forest

19th century
Description

A good Napoleon III plaster terrestrial globe by J. forest, circa 1870-80, above a turned ebonised pedestal base.

These wonderful old globes are so decorative, everyone should display one as they look great in any interior!

Generally in good antique condition, with one spot having suffered a knock in the plaster resulting in a crack, see close up image.

Height 41cm.  Diameter 20cm (8in)

Physical Dimensions
Height
41cm (16.14")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Declaration

Branching Out Antiques has dated this French Antique Terrestrial Globe to the 19th Century.

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SA1187537
Description
A good Napoleon III plaster terrestrial globe by J. forest, circa 1870-80, above a turned ebonised pedestal base.
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These wonderful old globes are so decorative, everyone should display one as they look great in any interior!.
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Generally in good antique condition, with one spot having suffered a knock in the plaster resulting in a crack, see close up image.

Height 41cm.  Diameter 20cm (8in)

Height
41cm (16.14")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Date of Manufacture

Branching Out Antiques has dated this French Antique Terrestrial Globe to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1187537
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Decorative & country house antiques, including art and taxidermy

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A vintage French terrestrial globe featuring cream paper map gores on a brass meridian half-ring and a turned dark wood pedestal base.
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Archive I A vintage French terrestrial globe featuring cream paper map gores on a brass meridian half-ring and a turned dark wood pedestal base.

FRENCH TERRESTRIAL GLOBE BY J. FOREST

Archive II A vintage French terrestrial globe featuring cream paper map gores on a brass meridian half-ring and a turned dark wood pedestal base. View II
Archive III A vintage French terrestrial globe featuring cream paper map gores on a brass meridian half-ring and a turned dark wood pedestal base. View III
Archive IV A vintage French terrestrial globe featuring cream paper map gores on a brass meridian half-ring and a turned dark wood pedestal base. View IV
Archive V A vintage French terrestrial globe featuring cream paper map gores on a brass meridian half-ring and a turned dark wood pedestal base. View V
Archive VI A vintage French terrestrial globe featuring cream paper map gores on a brass meridian half-ring and a turned dark wood pedestal base. View VI
Archive VII A vintage French terrestrial globe featuring cream paper map gores on a brass meridian half-ring and a turned dark wood pedestal base. View VII
Archive VIII A vintage French terrestrial globe featuring cream paper map gores on a brass meridian half-ring and a turned dark wood pedestal base. View VIII
Archive IX A vintage French terrestrial globe featuring cream paper map gores on a brass meridian half-ring and a turned dark wood pedestal base. View IX
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A vintage French terrestrial globe featuring cream paper map gores on a brass meridian half-ring and a turned dark wood pedestal base.
FRENCH TERRESTRIAL GLOBE BY J. FOREST
Ref: SA1187537
A vintage French terrestrial globe featuring cream paper map gores on a brass meridian half-ring and a turned dark wood pedestal base.
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French terrestrial globes became prominent educational and navigational tools during the nineteenth century, with Parisian cartographers producing detailed spheres featuring updated geographical discoveries and ocean currents.

Traditional terrestrial globes were constructed using plaster or papier-mache spheres overlaid with printed paper gores, mounted onto brass meridian arcs and dark turned wooden or cast metal bases.

Authentic pieces feature a printed makers cartouche citing J. Forest and Paris, detailed French cartographic labelling, natural varnish discolouration, period-accurate territorial boundaries, and age-consistent metal patina.

Display the globe on an office desk, library shelf, or console table alongside leather-bound books and brass desk accessories to enhance a classic study setting.

Position the item away from direct sunlight and fluctuating humidity to avoid paper fading or warping, dusting gently with a dry microfibre cloth without chemical cleaners.
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