Albion 36cm Celestial Globe

$3,995

The Celestial Albion desk globe features intricate constellation figures and mythological creatures hand-painted in hand-mixed watercolours, meaning no two are exactly alike. Handcrafted in Bellerby & Co's London studio, the GRP Sphere is complete with a dark plane base and 360° innovative roller mechanism — a true, one-of-a-kind piece.

Material: wood and paper
Country of origin: United Kingdom
Dimensions: 43cm (h) x 36cm (w) x 36cm (l) / 16.8" (h) x 14.1" (w) x 14.1" (l)
Colour: multiple

When Peter Bellerby struggled to source a globe for his father’s 80th birthday, he was determined to restore traditional globe-making. From finessing the art of goring (applying the map), to base production, Bellerby & Co doesn’t miss a detail. Every continent and country is meticulously hand-painted with watercolours for a unique finish, justifying its two Queens Awards.

Product number: 2200406006

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Meet the Maker:

Bellerby & Co Globemakers

Inspired by the search for a globe to gift his father for his 80th birthday, Peter Bellerby established Bellerby & Co — considered the finest globemakers in the world.

Photography and video by Tom Bunning