EXCELLENT CONDITION!!
Absolutely stunning and unusual ceramic world globe featuring beautifully detailed raised tortoises throughout a textured relief map. Each tortoise is individually sculpted and incorporated into the geographic design, with species names including T. Carolina, T. Graeca, T. Iberia, T. Gigantea and others.
The globe has an incredible antiqued, hand-finished appearance with soft earthy shades of cream, green, blue and brown. Incised geographic details, lettering, textured continents and a decorative compass rose add dimension throughout. The globe rests in a simple black metal stand that allows the artwork itself to take center stage.
Ceramic globe approximately 5" in diameter
Approximately 8" overall height on stand
Raised sculptural tortoise designs
Incised world map and geographic details
Individual tortoise species identified throughout
Decorative compass rose
Marked BAR / CEL / ONA for Barcelona
Black metal rotating display stand
Maker unidentified
Rare and unique decorative art piece
Excellent pre-owned condition with no major chips, cracks or damage noted.
Surface texture, variations in coloration and irregular details appear intentional and contribute to the handcrafted appearance and character of the piece.
A truly striking piece that displays EXCELLENT CONDITION!!
Absolutely stunning and unusual ceramic world globe featuring beautifully detailed raised tortoises throughout a textured relief map. Each tortoise is individually sculpted and incorporated into the geographic design, with species names including T. Carolina, T. Graeca, T. Iberia, T. Gigantea and others.
The globe has an incredible antiqued, hand-finished appearance with soft earthy shades of cream, green, blue and brown. Incised geographic details, lettering, textured continents and a decorative compass rose add dimension throughout. The globe rests in a simple black metal stand that allows the artwork itself to take center stage.
Ceramic or clay globe approximately 5" in diameter
Approximately 8" overall height on stand
Raised sculptural tortoise designs
Incised world map and geographic details
Individual tortoise species identified throughout
Decorative compass rose
Marked BAR / CEL / ONA for Barcelona
Black metal rotating display stand
Maker unidentified
Rare and unique decorative art piece
Excellent pre-owned condition with no chips, cracks or damage noted. Surface texture, variations in coloration and irregular details appear intentional and contribute to the handcrafted appearance and character of the piece.
A truly striking piece that displays beautifully from every angle.
Please see photos for condition and measurements. beautifully from every angle.
Please see photos for condition and measurements.