Terrestrial Globe, Illuminated, United States

A globe in a brass ring, plugged in and ready for a world tour.

This illuminated terrestrial globe was made in the United States in the mid 20th century, in brass, glass and wood. Illuminated globes were commonly used in studies and libraries, lit from within by a bulb. The glass sphere shows land in yellow and orange against sea green, held within a graduated metal meridian ring. The globe sits on a wood box base, with an electrical cord visible at the side. The surface has an even, warm patina.

About 19 inches tall. Fit for a desk, a study, or a very ambitious den.