British & Continental | September 24, 2026
Thu, Sep 24, 2026 10:00AM EDT
Lot 568
Pair of Cary's 12 Inch Regency Terrestrial and Celestial Globes, 1816
Estimate: $8,000 - $12,000
Sold for
$4,750
Sold Price excludes BP
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
both globes with hand colored decoration, mahogany tripod stands with original horizon rings, cartouche to celestial globe reads "CARY'S NEW CELESTIAL GLOBE, on which are correctly laid down upwards of 3500 stars Selected from the most accurate observations and calculated for the year 18X0(?). With the extent of each constellation precisely defined by Mr. GILPIN of the ROYAL SOCIETY / Made and Sold by J&W Cary / Strand London Jan. 1 1816". terrestrial globe cartouche reads "CARY'S NEW TERRESTRIAL GLOBE Delineated from the best Authorities extant, Exhibiting the different tracks of CAPTAIN COOK, and the New Discoveries made by him and other Circumnavigators. / LONDON / Made & Sold by J&W Cary Strand, Sept 2 1816.", stands stamped with "COUNTRY OF ORIGIN ENGLAND", bases 27-3/4 x 17-1/4 x 17-1/4 in., globes 12 in. diameter not including metal rings
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both globes with scattered wear and with loss and repairs, minor splits to top and bottom poles with some loss to paper at bottoms, fine craquelure, toning with some difference in color； stand horizon rings with retouch, minor restoration, wear and loss, bases previously with compass now missing, typical scuffs to feet and base； one stand with loss to two brackets under horizon ring, glue repair at leg joint and associated repair to break； the other stand with loss to one bracket under horizon ring Note - Brunk Auctions makes every effort to offer accurate and thorough information, but encourages prospective bidders to inspect items in person whenever possible. Condition statements are provided as a courtesy for general guidance and should not be considered complete or definitive. They do not represent a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions. Certain condition issues may not be specifically noted in the report but may be visible in the accompanying photographs, which are considered part of the overall condition report. Please refer to our Terms of Sale for complete information and contact us for additional photos or information as needed.
