World Globe Desk Globe - Vintgae Editions - 1960-1970

Editions RICO Florence – Large vintage world globe on Art Deco-style wooden stand – Italy – 1960s/1970s A particularly decorative vintage globe from Editions RICO Florence, Made in Italy, dating from around the 1960s/1970s. What immediately sets this globe apart is the beautiful tall wooden stand. The spun base and gracefully curved wooden meridian have a distinctly Art Deco-inspired design, giving the globe an elegant and almost sculptural look. The globe features a stunning classic map image in deep blues, creams, yellows, and earth tones. The Dutch-language cartography is richly detailed with countries, cities, seas, and geographical descriptors. The globe bears the original maker's mark: EDITIONS RICO FLORENCE – MADE IN ITALY Scale 1:51,000,000 With a total height of no less than 47 cm, this is a striking and atmospheric object. The combination of Italian craftsmanship, vintage cartography, and the special wooden stand makes this globe not only functional but above all a beautiful decorative piece. A stylish eye-catcher for a living room, office, library, or a collection of vintage design and cartographic objects. Details: Maker: Editions RICO Florence Origin: Italy Period: circa 1960s/1970s Type: political tabletop globe / world globe Scale: 1:51,000,000 Total height: approx. 47 cm Total width: approx. 25 cm Diameter of base: approx. 17.5 cm Stand material: wood Stand style: Art Deco-inspired The globe is in a beautiful vintage condition with light signs of use and aging appropriate to its age. Please view the photos carefully for a good impression of the condition; these are part of the description. A characterful Italian vintage globe that, due to its distinctive wooden stand, is much more than just a globe: a lovely decorative object in its own right. Carefully packed for shipping.

Estimation:€130

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