Fine example of a Lane pocket globe
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Dimensions
3"
Circa
1810
Country of manufacture
UK and Ireland
Description
A very clean and original 3″ Lane pocket globe in the original case with the celestial papers to the inside of the red Morocco leather case. Good original colour and lacquer to the globe.
A similar example by Lane in a red Morroco leather case is in the Science Museum London and was bequeathed by Queen Mary. That example is dated 1809
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Hansord Antiques
Hansord Antiques
Our showrooms are set in a fine Georgian house in the heart of the historic city of Lincoln. Hansord Antiques always have an interesting selection of antique clocks and scientific instruments, in addition to our extensive stock of fine furniture and works of art. Members of the British Antique Dealers Association. www.hansord.com
