German Volksglobus by Columbus c1934 This terrestrial Globe represents the political borders as the German Regime envisioned it, though not reality….. Once Hitler came to power in Germany, he chose not to recognize the Treaty of Versailles, in which Germany had to give up Colonies in Africa after loosing World War 1. Therefore, this model displays the Colonies lost in 1918 as part of the German Reich even though this model is more likely from c 1934 as Hitler and the Nazi Regime gained power in 1933 and began to dictate their propaganda to book and globe makers alike. This small globe is a simplified dowel style model yet still displays classic deco step details on the mounting. 12 individual coated paper gores plus two polar calottes over pasteboard sphere. Brass mounting hardware atop a an ebonized stepped wood base. Approx 14" Tall, 7.5" Diameter The globe is nearly in perfect condition with only slight scratches, age toning and nicks to the base. The finest example of this model we have handled. The age of the globe has been identified by the political borders displayed: Indian Territory is visible in th US, Kongo Staat is displayed. Persia and Constantinople are both visible as well as central Australia. German Colonies in Africa are displayed item #CN115 - Sold