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Replogle Illuminated Glass Library Globe c.1930-1940

$295
£224.85
€259.35
CA$418.99
A$450.25
CHF 241.58
MX$5,303.63
NOK 3,037.65
SEK 2,774.87
DKK 1,938.25

About the Item

ABOUT An original 12" library globe manufactured by Replogle and edited by cartographer, Gustav Brueckmann. It is composed of paper over glass with a brass bracket and wooden round base. CREATOR Replogle, Chicago, IL. DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1930-1940. MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Glass, Paper, Wood, Brass. CONDITION Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor wear on globe. DIMENSIONS H 17 in. Diameter 13 in. HISTORY Replogle Globes was started by Luther Replogle (1902-1981) in 1930. He began selling globes which he crafted by hand in his apartment in Chicago, using maps from England. His vision was to make globes a common feature in people's households, rather than something found only in academic settings.
  • Creator:
    Replogle Globes (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 17 in (43.18 cm)Diameter: 13 in (33.02 cm)
  • Style:
    Industrial (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1930-1940
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    San Francisco, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Globes Replogle SKU 0181stDibs: LU1280248327302

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