A superb portable cased 19th Century Paget Star Celestial Globe by H. Hughes & Son Ltd. London, No. 735, circa 1890 in date.
The constellations are depicted on lithographed paper segments, one bears the inscription:
NAVISPHERE
DE
MR De MAGNAC
Bte S.G.D.G.
G. THOMAS CONSTR
PARIS
The freely rotating globe is fitted in it's original mahogany case. It features a horizon ring made of engraved brass with cardinal points and 4 x 90° divisions, and an attachable brass semicircle with degree divisions.
Condition:
In really good condition with no losses. As an antique item, the globe shows signs of use commensurate with age, these minor condition issues are mentioned for accuracy and, as seen in the accompanying photographs, it displays beautifully.
Dimensions in cm:
Height 21.5 cm x Width 21.5 cm x Depth 21.5 cm - Globe
Height 27 cm x Width 31 cm x Depth 31 cm - Case
Dimensions in inches:
Height 8 inches x Width 8 inches x Depth 8 inches - Globe
Height 11 inches x Width 1 foot x Depth 1 foot - Case
Our reference: A4594
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