Terrestrial 36” Globe by John Cary of London

$1,000,000.00

Magnificent Library Globe by Cary of London and John Addison, 1840

A masterpiece crafted by Cary of London and John Addison in 1840 for Oxford University. A true marvel of cartographic artistry and craftsmanship, this globe stands as a testament to the precision and ingenuity of its makers.Historical Significance: One of only two 36” library globes made by Cary of London. The twin to this globe is owned by the British government and sits in the Colonial Secretary’s room in Whitehall, the same building as the British Home Office and Foreign Office.

Magnificent Library Globe by Cary of London and John Addison, 1840

A masterpiece crafted by Cary of London and John Addison in 1840 for Oxford University. A true marvel of cartographic artistry and craftsmanship, this globe stands as a testament to the precision and ingenuity of its makers.Historical Significance: One of only two 36” library globes made by Cary of London. The twin to this globe is owned by the British government and sits in the Colonial Secretary’s room in Whitehall, the same building as the British Home Office and Foreign Office.

Terrestrial 36” Globe by John Cary of London

  • One of only two 36” library globes made by Cary of London. The twin to this globe is owned by the British government and sits in the Colonial Secretary’s room in Whitehall, the same building as the British Home Office and Foreign Office. Commissioned for Oxford University in 1840.

  • H: 54in/137cm

    Dia: 42 in / 107 cm

  • Item is in overall excellent condition. For further condition details please reach out to danielsantiques@comcast.net

  • 1840's