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The Neoclassicist: Niall Smith

Thu, May 6, 2021 11:00AM EDT
Lot 225

German Celestial 8 Inch Globe on Stand, Die HIMMELSK..GEL, gezeichnet..M..iedig, LEIPZIG, bei Schreibers...1820

Estimate: $700 - $900
Sold for

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$200 $50
$500 $100
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$30,000 $2,500
$100,000 $5,000

Fitted with an arrow directional on the top, a calibrated brass meridian and a horizontal band with paper calendar, raised on a fruitwood base with a compass.

17 3/4 in. x 9 3/4 x 9 3/4 in.

Condition

Approximately five bruises on the globe with restorations, cracks, and a few small losses at the base. Scattered in-painting. Minor seam splits on the horizontal band with associated losses and minor in-painting. Nicks and scuffing to the base with a repaired stretcher, the compass lacking glass top, and possibly a hand. Not withstanding this report or any discussion concerning condition of a lot, all lots are offered and sold "as is" in accordance with our conditions of sale.