Nautical Hondius Terrestrial Globe, Wood Stand

Nautical Hondius Terrestrial Globe, Wood Stand
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Armillary spheres were originally designed to act as a focal point in architecture. Positioned in the center of a classical garden or at both sides of imposing marble terraces. Hand crafted in wrought iron with intricate detail. A classic blue wooden sphere represents the Earth as the center of the universe. 45.5 x 109cm, 18 x 43"
Mounted on an elaborate wood stand with turned supports and ball feet. Printed horizontal ring and functioning dry compass with bronze meridian circle. 44.5 x 51cm, 17.5 x 20OO
