A MATCHED PAIR OF MAHOGANY 12-INCH TABLE GLOBES BY CARY, THE TERRESTIAL GLOBE DATED 1825

The firm of Cary was established by John Cary (c.1754-1835), a noted map-seller and engraver, and his brother William (c.1760-1825), an instrument maker. The firm published their first globes in 1791 and by the end of the eighteenth century had already established themselves as one of London`s most eminent globe manufacturers. In about 1820 the Cary brothers moved their business to 86 St James`s Street, leaving their premises at 181 Strand to John Cary`s two sons George (c.1788-1859) and John Jr. (1791-1852) who traded as G & J Cary until about 1850 and continued to produce globes of the highest standards.