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Three Planetary Globes
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 USD
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Description
- The Moon, Mercury, and Mars. Manufactured for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration ... Chicago, Illinois: Replogle Globes, Inc., 1981
- paper, ink, wood,
3 Globes: Mars, Mercury, and Earth's Moon (approx. 8 1/2 inches, 5 1/2 inches, and 4 1/4 inches in diameter, respectively). Each globe is comprised of twelve paper gores, 1:32,000,000 scale (1 ~ 32 km, 1 inches ~ 500 mi), bears a small explanatory printed label, and is accompanied by a wooden cradle base.
Condition
Two small dents to dark side of Mercury, scattered wear consistent with age.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
Based on cartography by the U.S. Geological Survey, these limited edition globes were made by Replogle Globes for NASA's Planetary Geology Programs, Office of Space Science.