Preliminary identification
Photo reference
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Overview
A classic mid-century political desk globe featuring a 12-inch diameter orb mounted on a distinctive brass-finished, octagonal art-deco style metal base. This piece serves as a beautiful time capsule, capturing the rapidly shifting geopolitical landscape of the early 1960s, particularly the decolonization of Africa.
Story
In the early 1960s, African borders changed almost monthly. This globe captures that exact moment of transition, showing 'Tanganyika' before it merged with Zanzibar in 1964 to become Tanzania.
Maker / Origin
Founded in Chicago in 1930 by Luther Replogle during the Great Depression, the company grew to become the world's largest manufacturer of globes. Replogle's vision was to put a globe in every home, believing that a global perspective was essential for modern citizens.
Condition & Value
The globe appears to be in good vintage condition with some minor scuffs on the paper surface. The brass-finished base shows light oxidation and wear consistent with age, which is typical for these pieces and does not severely impact display value.
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Comparable demand stays strongest where maker, originality, and venue confidence line up. Broader examples still trade, but the range tightens quickly when provenance, condition, or selling lane fit is missing.
Best Venue
Specialty auction or a focused dealer with buyers already in this lane.
Signed example with light edge wear and original frame.
Comparable format with stronger provenance and cleaner surface.
Smaller related piece with visible craquelure and trimmed margins.
Period match with softer condition and weaker subject matter.
Close market lane comp with similar material and presentation.