Decorative Arts Auction

December 06, 2017

LOT 257

Lot 257

Pair of Newton’s 20 Inch Terrestrial and Celestial Library Globes, 1830 and 1843

Pair of Newton’s 20 Inch Terrestrial and Celestial Library Globes, 1830 and 1843
Lot 257 Details
Pair of Newton’s 20 Inch Terrestrial and Celestial Library Globes, 1830 and 1843

each on Regency turned mahogany tripod base
height 43.5 in — 110.5 cm

Estimate $8,000-$12,000

Realised: $11,400
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

Terrestrial globe: Old restoration to impact fracture (about 10 inches) below at analemma west of Africa. Minor veneer loss to perimeter of horizon band. One caster missing. Celestial globe: Rubbing loss to yellowed lacquer surface particularly at gore edges closest to equator, Two similar losses on horizon band. Both with little or no loss of paper.

LOT 257
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About Condition Ratings

  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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