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Terrestrial Globe and case
J. & W. Cary1791
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.
Details
- 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
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