Demonstrating the perfection of form and function, this splendid design piece is more than just a vintage illuminated Globe, it's a sophisticate artifact celebrating the rise of commercial Aviation One may think of Howard Hughes devotion to the sophistication of TWA or the Glamour of PANAM. With its superb American Modern Base, this globe is not only a vintage scientific instrument but also undeniably a fine piece of art. This Copper-finished model is the rarest of all original airplane model, not even to be found in museums. Much less common than the bronze or chrome model. Exquisite, owned by very few discerning collectors, this artifact is extremely seldom to be found in auctions. As a matter of fact, in 12 years, this is our very first model to present. The glass orb, covered with 12 individual, hand applied paper gores provides a perfect, warm and intimate atmosphere when illuminated. Glass orbs were used for a short period as they were costly and labor intensive. Produced only  from the mid 1930s to early 60's, they were quickly replaced by mass produced, more economical plastic models. Though no plastic illuminated globe provides the same warm, intimate glow a glass orb with paper map does. A perfect merger of form and function. Description: Diameter is 12 inches with a total height of 17.5 inches. 12 individual, hand applied paper gores are mounted onto a glass orb, representing the map. The orb is mounted into a numeric embossed, copper finished half meridian, which is attached to a beautiful, fluid metal airplane base also finished in copper.  Age is based on political borders display, showing a post WW2(1948) World. Israel is visible, which was officially created in 1948 but the area also still shows Palestine as a combination of both yet Korea is not shown to be divided into North and South (1953). Condition: In good condition, functional and offering the perfect vintage look, the artifact does show wear in form of scuffing and minor loss of map, minor spotting and rubbing to the finish on the base. Lighting is functional, please see photos for details. Well packed this artifact will ship for $22.00 domestic, $62.00 world wide $595 — Item #: 1015WCAIRCOP47