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Late 19th Century French Terrestrial Desk Small J. FOREST Globe

$1,424.14
£1,062.31
€1,200
CA$1,982.18
A$2,126.53
CHF 1,140.63
MX$25,603.10
NOK 14,378.92
SEK 13,111.58
DKK 9,144.91

About the Item

Study globe Polar mounting on a blackened wooden base. Signed J. FOREST in Paris. France, late 19th century Diam. 8 cm. H. 17 cm.
  • Creator:
    Michael Butterfield
  • Style:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1870 s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Firenze, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU12027908482

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