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Terrestrial Globe

James Wilson

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Terrestrial Globe by James Wilson: A globe with a metal frame sits atop a stand. The globe shows a map of the world in shades of gray. The globe's frame has a circular base and three curved supports. The stand has a wide base with three curved legs ending in wheels. The center of the stand is ornately carved. The globe and stand are made of metal. The background is gray.

Artwork Details

Date
1828
Medium
Mahogany, plaster, paper, brass
Culture
American
Dimensions
470 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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