The globe stands on a beautiful solid wooden base.
Girard Barrere is a cartographic publishing company that started in 1934. Girard took over production from Henry Barrere who operated from 1890 to 1930.
You rarely come across this extremely large globe, and are highly sought after by collectors.
The globe is over 70 years old and probably experienced the war up close.
Literally and figuratively, he has been repaired and patched up several times.
That is precisely why it has an exceptional appearance, character and patina.
A TOP piece for those who love lived objects with a story and patina.
