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Terrestrial Globe and case

J. & W. Cary1791

Portuguese Maritime Museum, a world of discoveries

Portuguese Maritime Museum, a world of discoveries
Lisboa, Portugal

18th century Globe representing Earth, with several maritime voyages represented, such as Cook's. It has a case made of two decorated semi-shperes, one featuring a map of Europe and parts of Asia and Africa and the other with the coordinates of 80 locations that are not represented in the Globe.

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  • Title: Terrestrial Globe and case
  • Creator: J. & W. Cary
  • Date Created: 1791
  • Location: Permanent Exhibition / Tall Ships Hall
  • Physical Dimensions: Diameter: 77 mm; Height: 170 mm; Width: 60 mm;
  • Type: Nautical Instrument
  • Rights: Belongs to the Museum
Portuguese Maritime Museum, a world of discoveries

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