Replogle Cranbrook Desktop Globe, Antique 12"
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Replogle Cranbrook Desktop Globe, Antique 12"
- Replogle Cranbrook.
- Desktop Globe, Walnut-Finish Base, Brass-Plated Accents.
- 12 Inch, Raised-Relief, Antique-Ocean Sphere.
- 12"W X 12"D X 18"H, 2.7 lbs.
- Hand-crafted in the USA.
The Replogle Cranbrook Desktop World Globe features an unusual yet appealing design. Without a meridian, the Replogle globe uses an internal shaft to support its 23.5 degree tilt. A handsome, walnut-finish wood base carries a burnished, brass-plated inclination piece, which holds the 12 inch globe. A decorative finial adorns the top of the globe at the North Pole. Together the entire model stands 18 inches high. A beautiful, antique styled map covers the Replogle globe. The parchment-colored oceans are punctuated by other nostalgic cartographical features like compass roses, cartouches and ornamented legends. Furthermore, countries on the political map are shaded with various light, complimentary colors, making the entire world globe a sight to behold. This desktop globe features a raised relief. That means that the world's extensive mountain ranges are recreated on the model in a three dimensional manner. Run your hand across this world globe's surface to feel the uneven terrain of the planet's topography. The smartly designed Replogle Cranbrook Desktop Globe delights the eye with its unconventional composition. The model's clever, forward thinking style is matched with a classy color palette, and vintage map aesthetic. This Replogle globe is one of a kind, and a testament to the company's reputation as America's finest globe manufacturer.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the exact dimensions and weight of this globe?
The Replogle Cranbrook measures 12"W x 12"D x 18"H and weighs 2.7 lbs. The globe sphere itself is 12 inches in diameter.
Can I rotate this globe freely or does it have a stand?
This globe has a fixed 23.5-degree tilt supported by an internal shaft—it doesn't rotate freely. It's designed as a decorative desktop display piece with a walnut-finish wood base and brass-plated inclination piece.
Is this globe accurate for geography reference or mainly decorative?
This is primarily a decorative piece featuring antique-styled cartography with a parchment-colored ocean and vintage map aesthetics. The raised-relief topography shows mountain ranges in 3D, but the antique design makes it better suited for display than current geographic accuracy.
What does 'raised relief' mean on this globe?
Raised relief means the world's mountain ranges are recreated in three-dimensional form on the globe's surface, so you can physically feel the uneven terrain when you run your hand across it.
Is this globe handmade in the USA?
Yes, the Replogle Cranbrook is hand-crafted in the USA and made by Replogle, America's globe manufacturer.
What materials are used in this globe?
The globe features a walnut-finish wood base, burnished brass-plated accents, and an antique-ocean sphere with a decorative finial at the North Pole.
