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Phillips British Empire Globe
Millers Antiques
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Phillips British Empire Globe

1900 - 1920
For Sale by Millers Antiques
Description

A charming early 20th century terrestrial 9" table globe, standing on a well turned ebonised base, a brass axis, made by Phillips Fleet Street London.

The globe runs freely, some old marks consistent with age, all ready to use and enjoy.

Physical Dimensions
Height
33cm (12.99")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Depth
23cm (9.06")
Declaration

Millers Antiques has dated this Antique Philips Desk Globe to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1231524
Dealers Notes

Millers Antiques 1-5 Church Street, Wooler. Northumberland NE716BZ.

Telephone 01668282308 or 07714332441

All measurements taken at the widest point.

Shop open 10-4.30 weekdays

Description
A charming early 20th century terrestrial 9" table globe, standing on a well turned ebonised base, a brass axis, made by Phillips Fleet Street London.

The globe runs freely, some old marks consistent with age, all ready to use and enjoy.

Height
33cm (12.99")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Depth
23cm (9.06")
Date of Manufacture

Millers Antiques has dated this Antique Philips Desk Globe to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1231524
Millers Antiques
Millers Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2012

Antiques since 1947.

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An antique terrestrial desk globe titled Philips British Empire Globe featuring cream paper gores mounted on a brass semi-meridian arm and an ebonised turned wooden base.
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Archive I An antique terrestrial desk globe titled Philips British Empire Globe featuring cream paper gores mounted on a brass semi-meridian arm and an ebonised turned wooden base.

Phillips British Empire Globe

Archive II An antique terrestrial desk globe titled Philips British Empire Globe featuring cream paper gores mounted on a brass semi-meridian arm and an ebonised turned wooden base. View II
Archive III An antique terrestrial desk globe titled Philips British Empire Globe featuring cream paper gores mounted on a brass semi-meridian arm and an ebonised turned wooden base. View III
Archive IV An antique terrestrial desk globe titled Philips British Empire Globe featuring cream paper gores mounted on a brass semi-meridian arm and an ebonised turned wooden base. View IV
Archive V An antique terrestrial desk globe titled Philips British Empire Globe featuring cream paper gores mounted on a brass semi-meridian arm and an ebonised turned wooden base. View V
Archive VI An antique terrestrial desk globe titled Philips British Empire Globe featuring cream paper gores mounted on a brass semi-meridian arm and an ebonised turned wooden base. View VI
Archive VII An antique terrestrial desk globe titled Philips British Empire Globe featuring cream paper gores mounted on a brass semi-meridian arm and an ebonised turned wooden base. View VII
Archive VIII An antique terrestrial desk globe titled Philips British Empire Globe featuring cream paper gores mounted on a brass semi-meridian arm and an ebonised turned wooden base. View VIII
Archive IX An antique terrestrial desk globe titled Philips British Empire Globe featuring cream paper gores mounted on a brass semi-meridian arm and an ebonised turned wooden base. View IX
Archive X An antique terrestrial desk globe titled Philips British Empire Globe featuring cream paper gores mounted on a brass semi-meridian arm and an ebonised turned wooden base. View X
Archive XI An antique terrestrial desk globe titled Philips British Empire Globe featuring cream paper gores mounted on a brass semi-meridian arm and an ebonised turned wooden base. View XI
Archive XII An antique terrestrial desk globe titled Philips British Empire Globe featuring cream paper gores mounted on a brass semi-meridian arm and an ebonised turned wooden base. View XII
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Millers Antiques
Telephone 01668 282 308 or 07714 332 441
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1-5 Church Street
Wooler
Northumberland
NE71 6BZ
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Sep 2012
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An antique terrestrial desk globe titled Philips British Empire Globe featuring cream paper gores mounted on a brass semi-meridian arm and an ebonised turned wooden base.
Phillips British Empire Globe
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An antique terrestrial desk globe titled Philips British Empire Globe featuring cream paper gores mounted on a brass semi-meridian arm and an ebonised turned wooden base.
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A terrestrial desk globe is a three-dimensional scale model of the Earth mounted on a stand designed for tabletop display. Popularised during the 19th and early 20th centuries by cartographic publishers such as George Philip & Son, these globes served both educational and decorative functions.

Historically, terrestrial globes were constructed using hollow plaster or papier-mache spheres onto which printed paper gores were applied. The finished sphere was suspended within a brass or metal semi-meridian axis and supported by a turned wooden or cast metal base.

Authenticity is assessed by inspecting the cartouche details, publisher marks, and historical political borders printed on the paper surface. Additional physical markers include natural surface patination, aged varnish discolouration, and period-correct brass mountings on turned ebonised or timber stands.

A vintage globe functions as a decorative accent when displayed on a writing desk, bookcase, or console table alongside leather accessories and traditional book collections. It complements gentlemans library aesthetics, dark academia themes, and eclectic mid-century spaces.

Keep paper globes away from direct sunlight, moisture, and extreme temperature shifts to prevent fading, warping, or adhesive breakdown. Dust gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth, avoiding liquid cleaners or abrasive solvents that damage original printed gores and protective lacquers.
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