An impressive piece of mid-century educational design, this vintage Cartocraft Physical-Political Reference Globe was published by the Denoyer-Geppert Company of Chicago and features a beautifully detailed 24-inch globe surrounded by a large wooden calendar ring displaying the zodiac signs, months, compass bearings, and degree markings.
Originally created as a classroom reference globe, it combines political boundaries with physical topography and includes ocean currents, latitude and longitude, and elevation details. The oversized scale makes it just as striking as a sculptural object as it is a conversation piece for an office, library, or study.
Mounted within its original wooden stand and printed wooden calendar ring, the globe measures an impressive 31 inches across overall, with the 24-inch globe suspended inside the ring. It's a substantial display piece that immediately commands attention.
Details
Denoyer-Geppert Company
Cartocraft Physical-Political Reference Globe
Edited by C. B. Odell
Circa 1950s
Printed wooden calendar ring featuring zodiac signs, calendar months, compass headings, and degree graduations
Original wooden stand
Condition
Good vintage condition consistent with age. The globe shows expected wear including scattered surface marks, light discoloration, and a few areas of lifting to the printed surface, all visible in the photos. It remains an outstanding display piece with strong color and excellent visual impact.
An impressive piece of mid-century educational design, this vintage Cartocraft Physical-Political Reference Globe was published by the Denoyer-Geppert Company of Chicago and features a beautifully detailed 24-inch globe surrounded by a large wooden calendar ring displaying the zodiac signs, months, compass bearings, and degree markings.
Originally created as a classroom reference globe, it combines political boundaries with physical topography and includes ocean currents, latitude and longitude, and elevation details. The oversized scale makes it just as striking as a sculptural object as it is a conversation piece for an office, library, or study.
Mounted within its original wooden stand and printed wooden calendar ring, the globe measures an impressive 31 inches across overall, with the 24-inch globe suspended inside the ring. It's a substantial display piece that immediately commands attention.
Details
Denoyer-Geppert Company
Cartocraft Physical-Political Reference Globe
Edited by C. B. Odell
Circa 1950s
Printed wooden calendar ring featuring zodiac signs, calendar months, compass headings, and degree graduations
Original wooden stand
Condition
Good vintage condition consistent with age. The globe shows expected wear including scattered surface marks, light discoloration, and a few areas of lifting to the printed surface, all visible in the photos. It remains an outstanding display piece with strong color and excellent visual impact.
