19th century pair of 6 inch table globes

19th century pair of 6 inch table globes
Circa 1870
A rare pair of small celestial and terrestrial globes. 6”
Made by Johnston’s of Edinburgh and London, labelled 'Constructed from The Latest Authorities'.
Supported on a frame with four turned legs. Circa 1870
Overall height 25cm: Overall diameter 23.5cm

The firm of W. & A.K. Johnston was one of the major map publishing houses of the 19th century. William Johnston (1802–1888) and his brother Alexander Keith Johnston (1804–1871) originally trained as engravers, and founded the firm in 1826. Their offices were based in St Andrew Square in Edinburgh's New Town, with their printworks based at the Edina Works, off Easter Road. Keith Johnston became Geographer-Royal for Scotland in 1843, whilst William later became Lord Provost of Edinburgh and was knighted.

Condition
Good

H
24.00cm
9.45 inches
Dia.
24.00cm
9.45 inches
Origin
United Kingdom
Medium
Papier mache and wood
Reference
823814
£32,000.00

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