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THBMonumental Scottish Georgian Terrestrial Library Globe
About Seller
PO Box 2135
Asheville, NC 28802
United States
Based in Asheville, North Carolina, Brunk Auctions has been conducting sales of fine and decorative arts for over 30 years. Auctions are held in our North Carolina sale room but attracts a global audience. Founded by Robert Brunk in 1983, the auctions became well known for their integrity and profes...Read more
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About Auction
LiveFeb 3, 2023
Premier Auction - Session I - Lots 345-730 Brunk Auctions support@brunkauctions.com
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- Lot Description
with tag for "W & A.K. Johnston, Ltd. Edina Works, Edinburgh", early 20th century, watermark on paper for 1924, carved mahogany base with fluted legs, stretchers mounted with a compass, brass support ring, 55 x 38 in. overall, globe diameter 30 in.
Note: William (1802-1888) and Alexander Keith (1804-1871) Johnston began as apprentices to the Scottish globe maker and publisher James Kirkwood before his workshop suffered a fire. Setting up their own shop, they became one of the most successful globe makers in the world. Their largest model, seen here, is one of the rarest and would have been made for institutions or the post prestigious private libraries and won a number of medals in the Great Exhibition in London.
Condition
globe with conservation by Maria Pukownik, Ortanna, PA (several areas of paper cleaned and conserved); globe with scattered minor losses to paper with some wear, minor cracks, discoloration, and areas of retouch, top center with minor cracks and infill, does not currently seat properly on brass ring, needs adjustment, stand in good condition with minor bumps and edge wear
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