Lot 570: Newton's Celestial Table Globe c. 1830

Newton's New & Improved Celestial Globe, c. 1830, "on which all the Stars Nebulae & Clusters contained in the extensive Catalogue of the late F. Wollaston F.R.S. are accurately laid down, their Right, Ascensions & Declinations having been recalculated for the year 1830 by W. Newton…" The approx. 12" globe features twelve engraved and hand colored gores, calibrated brass meridian ring, wooden horizon ring with paper overlays, and is set into a stand with ebonized turned legs and stretchers. 18" H x 15 1/2" dia. overall.

PROVENANCE: Private Middle Tennessee collection, acquired from Christie's in the 1950s.

CONDITION: Globe is in overall good condition, with scattered repaired losses and fine craquelure. It was professionally restored in 2008 by the Arts Conservancy, West Palm Beach, FL. A copy of the proposed treatment (unmount, adhere breaks, fill and tone losses, restore base) plus receipt accompanies this lot.