Lot 196
  • 196

An English terrestial pocket globe early 19th century

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description

  • approx: 8cm. diameter; 3¼in.
the cartouche signed 'Manning 13 Borough High Street Southwark', made up of twelve hand coloured gores applied to a papier maché sphere, iron pins to the poles, the black fishskin covered spherical case applied on the interior lined with paper with twelve hand coloured celestial gores

Condition

Old very minor marks, chips and scratches. The hinge on the case is broken. Break in the case. In overall good condition.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

Catalogue Note

Related pocket globes by Newton's, were sold in these Rooms, as lots 312 and 313, 28th September 2006.