One of this week's Thriftstore Scores is this "really old" globe. I wish I knew how old it is, alas it has a copyright, but no date. I'm sure after some research and several hours of squinting at countries that no longer exist, Chris and I will be able to figure out at least a rough estimate as to when this li'l sweetie was made. In the meantime, I will enjoy her for her loveliness. The yellows of the continents and the ocean's blues are especially rich in tone. And just look at that sweet but sturdy metal base (clearly this baby is old). But what I love best are the adorable, almost "cartoony", mid-century looking graphics of flying fish, penguins, aeroplanes, and ships dotting the surface, conjuring up visions of steamer trunks with big leather belts and shiny locks for--not trips, but--voyages. This is not merely a circular map to help you orient yourself in the world, but rather, a lusciously romantic object to help fancy-up your dreams.
Friday, April 16, 2010
Thriftstore Score: Globe
One of this week's Thriftstore Scores is this "really old" globe. I wish I knew how old it is, alas it has a copyright, but no date. I'm sure after some research and several hours of squinting at countries that no longer exist, Chris and I will be able to figure out at least a rough estimate as to when this li'l sweetie was made. In the meantime, I will enjoy her for her loveliness. The yellows of the continents and the ocean's blues are especially rich in tone. And just look at that sweet but sturdy metal base (clearly this baby is old). But what I love best are the adorable, almost "cartoony", mid-century looking graphics of flying fish, penguins, aeroplanes, and ships dotting the surface, conjuring up visions of steamer trunks with big leather belts and shiny locks for--not trips, but--voyages. This is not merely a circular map to help you orient yourself in the world, but rather, a lusciously romantic object to help fancy-up your dreams.
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