Description:

A George III 18" floor globe by W. and J.M. BARDIN, ca. 1800. Stand shows some well done wood crack repairs, and the whole has typical wear as expected on a globe this old. However, no major issues, no missing paper and no stains. complete with compass on the bottom, replaced round glass likely. Rare 18" size perfect for a library room. The globe cartouche reads: "To the Rev. NEVIL MASKELYNE.....D.D.F.R.S. Astronomer Royal This New British Celestial Globe Containing the Positions of nearly 6000 Stars, Clusters, Nebulae, Planetary Nebulae &c. Correctly laid down to the present period from the latest observations and discoveries by Dr. Maskelyne, Dr. Herschell, The Revd. Fr. Wollaston &c.&c. Respectfully Dedicated by his most obedient H.ble Servents W. & T.M. Bardin".

Condition Report:

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Measurements:

40 x 30 x 30 in.