Authentic Models Paris 1745 15.6-Inch Diameter Tabletop Globe

Celebrate your deep appreciation for world history with the Authentic Models Paris 1745 15.6-inch Diam. Tabletop Globe, which was inspired by the original designs of French cartographers Robert de Vaugondy and Gilles Robert. The spirit of knowledge and exploration is captured in glorious detail on this colorful map, which reflects the perceptions of geography at the time. The elegant stand blends ebonized wood and lustrous bronze for a strong, stylish look that will complement the refined décor of your home study. The hand-tooled bronze equator and pole rings encircle the globe just as in the original 18th-century designs, and even feature engraved latitude degrees in the original typeface. About Authentic Models Authentic Models strives to create and distribute a comprehensive collection of historic and fine art reproductions worldwide. Haring Piebenga founded the company in 1968, and today AM is a European wholesale manufacturer with warehouses and corporate offices in Oregon and Amsterdam. AM pursues original items at auction and uses these models for their design ideas. Each hand-made item appeals to the human need for nostalgia, intrigue, and beauty by evoking a story from the past. High-quality construction using only the finest materials ensures that these charming pieces will become treasured heirlooms in their own right. 15.75-inch diameter; 24-inch height Weathered blue oceans with softly colored continents Ebonized wood and bronze stand Accurate replica of 18th-century original globe Hand applied map gores