Vaugondy Desk Globe
1745 de
Vaugondy
Reproduction
Here is an exquisite reproduction featuring the
cartography of Robert de Vaugondy, globemaker for Louis XIV.
Mounted in an exotic ebonized wood stand with bronze
full circle meridian featuring engraved latitude degrees in original
typeface complimented by a hand tooled horizon ring.
Deserving of a special spot on a desk or table, this globe will inspire
conversation and add interest to any setting.
Vaugondy globes are produced using copies of the
original paper globe gores that are securely stored at the Biblioteque
Nationale de France. Special
attention is taken to replicate the complex 'gravure' printing process
that was used during this time period.
Globe Diameter:
12˝"
Height: 24" Width: 15¾"
Shipping Weight: 8 lbs.
ITEM: GLAM-035
PRICE: $459.00
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