Lot 684
  • 684

A MATCHED PAIR OF REGENCY 12-INCH TERRESTRIAL AND CELESTIAL GLOBES BY THOMAS BARDIN, THE CELESTIAL GLOBE RETAILED BY W & S JONES, DATED 1817 AND 1800 RESPECTIVELY |

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description

  • height 25 in.
  • 63.5 cm
on mahogany tripod stands with compasses; the terrestrial globe with inscription THE NEW TWELVE INCH BRITISH TERRESTRIAL GLOBE REPRESENTING THE ACCURATE POSITIONS OF THE PRINCIPAL KNOWN PLACES OF THE EARTH FORM THE DISCOVERIES OF CAPTAIN COOK AND SUBSEQUENT CIRCUMNAVIGATIONS TO THE PRESENT PERIOD with corrections and additions to 1817. Manufactured by T.M. Bardin 16 Salisbury Square London; the celestial globe inscribed THE NEW TWELVE INCH British Celestial Globe containing the exact positions of more than 3800 FIXD STARS, Nebulae, Planetary Nebulae & c. according to the Latest Discoveries and Observations of Astronomers Dr Maskelyne, Dr Herschel and other eminent Astronomers, And adapted to the present period 1800, and an overlaid label below SOLD BY W. & S. JONES Holborn, London

Provenance

Christie's New York East, July 31, 2001, lot 55

Condition

Restoration to gores and horizon rings on both globes, with some staining/discolouration and small losses. Some tarnishing and rubbing to meridian rings. Brass bracket supporting meridian ring of terrestrial globe missing one screw and partially damaged. Tripod bases with scattered scuffing, marks and wear consistent with age; base of celestial globe with old repairs to two feet.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.