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A pair of George III 18 inch diameter globes by Newton of London
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 GBP
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Description
- Printed paper, brass, glass, magnet, mahogany
- globe 46cm. diameter; 1ft. 6in., stand 106cm. high; 3ft. 5¾in.
the terrestrial globe with a cartouche containing the words 'NEWTON'S / TERRESTRIAL GLOBE / Containing the whole of / THE LATEST DISCOVERIES / and Geographical Improvements / also the TRACKS of / the most celebrated Circumnavigators / LONDON', the celestial globe with a cartouche containing the words 'NEWTON'S / CELESTIAL GLOBE / Containing all the principal Stars / Complete from the Works of / WOLLASTON, FLAMSTED / DEL****lIR / HAVELIUS, MAYER / BRADLEY / HERSCHEL / MA******* / the Transaction of the / ASTROLOGICAL SOCIETY of LONDON / & c. & c.', each globe on a pedestal stand united by a stretcher centred by a glazed compass, restorations
Condition
In excellent restored and ready to place condition. Very minor old marks to stands. Some localised areas of repair to printed gores.
"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."