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Joslin 16-Inch Globe on Rococo Stand
Boston, c. 1880s |
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Gilman Joslin
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A terrestrial floor globe by Gilman Joslin, Boston, on rococo cast-iron stand
with acanthus decorated central baluster standard, and curved legs ending in foliate
capped feet. Gilman Joslin (1804-c. 1886) was one of America's most prolific globe makers. Read more about him in our Guide to Globe Makers. Cartouche on Horizon Band: IMPROVED GLOBE, BOSTON./ MANUFACTURED BY GILMAN JOSLIN,/ CORRECTED TO DATE./ Entered according to Act of Congress, in the year 1852, by Charles Copley in/ the Clerks office, of the District Court, of the Southern District of New York./ Condition: Generally quite good and bright. |