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George III Twelve Inch Terrestrial Globe by Dudley Adams, Circa 1792
Item Details
On the label ‘To His Most Sacred Majesty, George the Third, King of Great Britain, &c. This New Globe of the Earth correctly laid down according to ye best Observations & Latest Discoveries is most Humbly Inscribed By His Majesty’s most dutiful and obliged Subject and Servant D Adams. Made by D Adams only Mathematical Instrument Maker London: Charing Cross, 1792.’
The globe of 12 engraved gores, hand-colored in outline. Mounted on a tripod Georgian mahogany globe stand. Originally would have also held a compass set into the base.
| Type | Standing |
| Materials | Mahogany, Brass, Paper |
| Brand | Dudley Adams |
| Marks | Maker’s Mark |
| Maker | Dudley Adams (England, 1762-1830) |
| Period | Antique |
| Origin | United Kingdom |
| Illumination | No |
Condition
- some paper loss and significant yellowing, a crack to the Zodiac and calendar ring at top of the globe table, and as noted, does not retain its original compass.
Dimensions
17.0" W x 22.0" H x 17.0" D
- measures globe on stand.
Item #
19CIN079-079
