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A very rare 7-inch terrestrial globe, Gulielmus Nicolai dated 1603
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- Paper, fruitwood
- 31cm. 12in. high
with twelve engraved and hand-painted gores, inscribed in two cartouches Nova et integra universi Orbis descriptio and LUGDUNI execudebat Gulielmus Nicolai, Belga prope S Antonium, 1603, card meridian, engraved horizon paper with calendar and zodiacal signes, the ebonised fruitwood stand with four turned supports and bun feet
Condition
In generally good restored condition, meridian probably replaced, horizon paper possibly replaced, some restoration to globe at the north pole but gores generally good. Stand ebonising rubbed back to warm colour.
"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."
"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."