Lot 287 , An early 19th century Smiths Celestial table globe, height 46cm (a.f.)
An early 19th century Smith's Celestial table globe, height 46cm (a.f.)
Estimate £300-500
Old damage at apex, clearly visible with an incomplete section; long scrape, almost horizontal extending beyond halfway around the globe; further areas illegible due to damage and attempted repairs; it appears to have broken into two halves at some stage, with amateur repairs. Mahogany stand fair.
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Sold for £500