An interesting mix of early science and Greek mythology: One of the legendary Titans battling Zeus was defeated and decreed to carry the weight of the world on his mighty shoulders. Forever. Our armillary dial, however, has Atlas carrying the entire universe. Thats to say the known Renaissance universe, when the earth was still believed to be at its center. Gracefully intertwined silver rings symbolize the position...

The skills of the blacksmiths from the Baroque era are legendary. They applied their art to churches, to the stairways and railings of mansions, to trade signs and a myriad of other ornamental and practical product. We love the graceful curls and curves so popular in the Baroque decorative tradition. Contrasted and offset by the austere metal rings used to cradle our historical globe they create a focal point in a...

Five globes from five centuries, symbolizing the advancement of cartography, the gradual pushing back of boundaries. Seemingly a magic object, many earth globes moving in perpetual circles. Different style globes in colors, hues and specifications make a fascinating and elegant object. Sure to arouse interest in planets and their clockwork movements in a curious childs mind, it may at the same time bring about sleep...

Interactive Globe w/ Wireless Stylus Pen - Ages 5+ Introducing the Intelliglobe from Replogle Globes. A truly advanced interactive globe utilizing digital geographic technology. It is an educational and entertaining globe that contains geography and general information that is truly interesting, useful, and thought provoking. The most advanced interactive globe on the market with a multitude of features including: o...

Decorative and well-executed globe from the age of exploration. Stand is detailed turned wood, walnut finish. Exact reproduction of 16th C. Mercator globe, hand applied paper gores. 26.5 x 29.75cm, 10.25 x 11.75"