Vintage Table Globe & Atlas, English, World Map, Philips Challenge, Mid Century

Our Stock # 26348

This is a vintage table globe and atlas set. An English, paper finished world map with chrome meridian and hardback volume, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1950.

• A delightful mid-century globe, with great detail and accompanying atlas
• Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout
• Globe rotates within the chrome half meridian, with the inclination of the Earth’s axis
• Pleasingly detailed waxed paper gores laid upon the spherical globe
  
  
• Superb level of information, with country names, key cities and shipping routes
• Silvered polar calottes at North and South Poles present the time of day in the 24 hour clock
• Oval cartouche reads 'Philips' Challenge Globe - Scale 1:37,500.000 - Diameter 13.5 Inches'
• Standing upon an executive plinth crafted in mahogany, with fine grin interest
  
  
• A 1952 edition of Philips' Record Atlas sits neatly to the reverse of the globe's plinth
• Presents 207 pages within a tasteful crimson coloured hard cover
• Superb cartography across 128 map plates, in full colour
• Second section of the book is a comprehensive alphabetical consulting index

This is a superb vintage table globe, replete with a raft of fascinating mid-century information, further enhanced by the accompanying atlas. Perfect for desk display or as a centrepiece. Delivered ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 35cm (13.75'')
Max Depth: 33cm (13'')
Max Height: 44.5cm (17.5'')