A wonderful piece of cartographic history and vintage Americana!
This George F. Cram 12-Inch Unrivaled Table Globe dates to approximately the 1930s and was manufactured in Chicago by the George F. Cram Company, a well-known American map and globe maker.
The globe features a classic 12-inch terrestrial globe mounted in a substantial cast iron meridian-style frame with a wooden table base. At approximately 17 inches tall, it makes an impressive display piece for a library, office, study, classroom, or vintage-inspired home.
The globe has lovely age-related character, including areas of finish loss and wear to the globe surface consistent with its age and use. The globe does not spin easily and may require adjustment or restoration if the buyer wishes to make it fully functional. It is being offered as found and would also make a fantastic decorative or collector’s piece.
Details
* Maker: George F. Cram Company
* Model: Unrivaled Table Globe
* Era: Circa 1930s
* Origin: Chicago, Illinois, USA
* Globe diameter: Approximately 12 inches
* Overall height: Approximately 17 inches
* Base: Wood
* Frame: Cast iron
* Type: Vintage terrestrial/table globe
* Condition: Antique/vintage, as found
Condition
Please review all photographs carefully. The globe shows finish loss, surface wear, and age-related imperfections. It does not spin easily. The wooden base and cast iron frame also show signs of age and use. These imperfections are part of the character of an approximately 90-year-old globe.
Please note: This is a vintage/antique item and is being sold in its existing condition. It would be an excellent candidate for display, restoration, or use as a unique decorative accent.
Why You’ll Love It
Perfect for collectors of vintage globes, antique maps, Americana, educational memorabilia, library décor, and early 20th-century office accessories. The substantial cast iron frame and wooden base give this globe a wonderful old-school presence.
Estimated Age: c. 1930s
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