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Globe

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a black and white photograph of a glass globe titled "Globe" by an unidentified artist. The glass globe is clear and has a ribbed design with thick curved lines. The globe is sitting on a small black metal stand with three legs. The stand is positioned on a flat surface, likely a table. The background is a white sheet or paper with some shadows and creases visible. In the bottom-right corner, there is a small line of text that reads "THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART". The overall atmosphere suggests a museum or gallery setting.

Artwork Details

Date
1860–80
Medium
Free-blown colorless and white opaque glass
Culture
American
Dimensions
494 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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