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A fine WW2 AmericanModern Artifact With its superb Base in form of an Airplane, this 1940 terrestrial Globe is not just a vintage scientific instrument, but undeniably a fine piece of Art. Carved out of wood into a minimalist modern design, the airplane romanticizes the early years of aviation. When illuminated, the globe offers a sophisticated, warm ambiance. Terrestrial glass globes are rare as they had been produced from the mid 1930’s -1950’s. The labor intensive production of paper gores applied to glass spheres was re-placed in the 1960s by in-expensive, mass manufactured plastic globes. However, no plastic model can imitate the rich glow of a glass globe. Politically this piece is also quite of interest, documenting the height of WW2. The German Empire is shown to have expanded, taking ownership of Austria and Czechoslovakia . Italian East Africa is visible, which existed for only a few years (1936-41). The same model can be found at the Vienna Globe Museum , part of the National Library of Austria. Being a desirable collector’s item, this model is rarely to be found in auction houses or privately available for sale. This is an exceptional opportunity to obtain a true Artifact. About the manufacture: Weber Costello Co 1907- c 1960/ C.F. Weber & Co c 1900-1907/ A.H. Andrews & Co 1865-c1900 Chicago A.H. Andrews & Co sold the Globe manufacturing branch to C.F. Weber & Co. at the turn of the century, who marketed the globes as “C.F. Weber & Co, successor to A.H. Andrews and Co, Chicago”. Around 1907 the name changed to the Weber Costello Company. Weber Costello continued production of globes until the early 1960’s. In addition to its own models, the company also produced models for some of the other Chicago Globe makers such as Rand McNally, Nystrom, Denoyer-Geppert and Cram’s. In 1942 the United States Office of Strategic Services ( OSS ) Map Division compiled the map for a 50-inch globe that was to be given to President Roosevelt by Colonel William J. Donovan, the OSS Director. Instead, acting on a suggestion by General Dwight D. Eisenhower, General George C. Marshall arranged to have one of the large globes presented to Prime Minister Winston Churchill and another to President Roosevelt as 1942 Christmas gifts from the Army. Ultimately, the Weber Costello Company of Chicago Heights , Illinois , produced some twelve or fifteen copies of the President's Globe between 1942 and 1955 when the company ceased operation. Churchill's globe is now at Chartwell and Roosevelt 's is at the Franklin D. Roosevelt Library. The story of these globes is based on the recollection of an individual who was involved in the map making. Weber Costello also produced some of the most beautiful mountings, such as the highly desirable deco airplane base and this attractive nouveau style. Unfortunately the company is a name of the past as they closed their own door in the late 1950’s or early 1960’s and out-sourced production from there on for a few more years. All that remains are some of the most magnificent terrestrial globes ever made. Description: The globe itself of a glass orb, covered with 12 individual, hand applied paper gores, mounted into a numeric full meridian. The meridian is attached to a wooden base in form of an airplane with caramel finish. The patina of the map has aged to perfection, offering rich, warm coloring.Lighting is functional and via pull chain. Diameter of the globe is 12 inches with a total height of 16 inches Condition: The globe is in good condition. Colors are rich, details crisp. No rubbing but there is soiling present as well as un-even discoloration, minor pin holes and scuffing. Please see pictures for details. The base and meridian are in very good condition, no cracks, splits or rust. Lighting is functional. Please see pictures for details The age of the Globe has been determined by political bo...
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