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An Original 1920s Philips Challenge 13.5” Globe on Mahogany Base
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An Original 1920s Philips Challenge 13.5” Globe on Mahogany Base

1900 - 1920
Sold 5 February 2026 · Gilt and Gesso
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An Original 1920s Philips Challenge 13.5” Globe on Mahogany Base.

An original 1920s George Philips and Co, otherwise a Philips Challenge antique globe, 13.5” diameter upon a round mahogany stand.

Presented in original condition with a charming timeworn patina, showing some areas of wear to the paper map areas, see photos, the map is intact and complete with areas of some minor wear which is generally considered normal for a globe of this period.

A handsome scale with measures apx 46cm tall, base 18cm diameter.

The globe operates and sits well, it turns comfortably but doesn’t spin fast or freely, it requires gentle movement by hand but very much fit for purpose albeit, these are now mostly used as an antique collectors piece and handles with care.

Please request more photos and any questions invited.

Free collection from Lewes, East Sussex.

Dispatched U.K. and worldwide within 2-3 working days with tracking.

Date of Manufacture

Gilt and Gesso has dated this Antique Globe on Stand to the 1920s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
46cm (18.11")
Width
18cm (7.09")
Depth
18cm (7.09")
Reference Numbers
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SA1189291
Description
An Original 1920s Philips Challenge 13.5” Globe on Mahogany Base.

An original 1920s George Philips and Co, otherwise a Philips Challenge antique globe, 13.5” diameter upon a round mahogany stand.

Presented in original condition with a charming timeworn patina, showing some areas of wear to the paper map areas, see photos, the map is intact and complete with areas of some minor wear which is generally considered normal for a globe of this period.

fig 1. An antique 1920s Philips Challenge globe featuring a green map sphere on a turned mahogany wooden base.
fig 1. An Original 1920s Philips Challenge 13.5” Globe on Mahogany Base

A handsome scale with measures apx 46cm tall, base 18cm diameter.

The globe operates and sits well, it turns comfortably but doesn’t spin fast or freely, it requires gentle movement by hand but very much fit for purpose albeit, these are now mostly used as an antique collectors piece and handles with care.

Please request more photos and any questions invited.

Free collection from Lewes, East Sussex.

Dispatched U.K. and worldwide within 2-3 working days with tracking.

Date of Manufacture

Gilt and Gesso has dated this Antique Globe on Stand to the 1920s.

Height
46cm (18.11")
Width
18cm (7.09")
Depth
18cm (7.09")
Reference Numbers
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SA1189291
Gilt and Gesso
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2023
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Archive I An antique 1920s Philips Challenge globe featuring a green map sphere on a turned mahogany wooden base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

An Original 1920s Philips Challenge 13.5” Globe on Mahogany Base

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Telephone 07904 423385
Location
East Sussex
BN21 1DJ
United Kingdom
Verified Since May 2023
Items For Sale 72
Items Sold 337
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An antique 1920s Philips Challenge globe featuring a green map sphere on a turned mahogany wooden base.
An Original 1920s Philips Challenge 13.5” Globe on Mahogany Base
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An antique 1920s Philips Challenge globe featuring a green map sphere on a turned mahogany wooden base.
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  • ObjectGlobes
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleInterwar Period
  • MaterialMahogany, paper, metal
  • ColourGreen and Brown
  • MotifsTurned wooden base, Lithographed paper gores, Metal half-meridian ring
  • SizeH 46 cm (18 in) x W 18 cm (7 in) x D 18 cm (7 in)

Globes from the 1920s typically feature lithographed paper gores applied to a sphere, displaying geopolitical boundaries of the interwar period mounted on turned wooden bases.

Traditional construction involved a papier-mache or plaster sphere covered in paper map sections known as gores, supported by a metal half-meridian and a turned hardwood base such as mahogany or oak.

Authenticity is determined by examining the geopolitical borders depicted on the map, the typography, the paper texture, and the natural ageing of the varnish and materials.

An antique globe adds scholarly character when placed on a bookshelf, a desk, or a side table within a study, living room, or office space.

Preservation requires keeping the item away from direct sunlight to prevent fading of the paper gores, maintaining stable humidity levels, and dusting gently with a dry, soft cloth.
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