Globe – Lunar Globe Rico Firenze, 1970s – 1970-1980

Lunar Globe Rico Firenze, 1970Diameter: 16cmTotal height: 20cm. Age: Approx. 1970. Description: An exceptional illuminated Moon globe by Rico Firenze (Italy), dating from the 1970s, preserved in good condition, except for the stand. This is a rare and highly desirable Space Age educational object, produced during the golden era of lunar exploration following the Apollo missions.The globe features a detailed relief map of the lunar surface, showing craters, maria and mountain ranges with remarkable clarity. It is precisely labelled with the names of lunar features, including Apollo and Surveyor landing sites, reflecting the scientific knowledge of the period.When illuminated, the globe offers a dramatic and atmospheric display, enhancing the three-dimensional lunar relief. It is mounted on a base (broken). Produced by Rico Firenze, a respected Italian manufacturer of globes and scientific teaching aids, this Moon globe is today highly sought after by collectors of globes, scientific instruments, space memorabilia and vintage design.A rare opportunity to acquire lunar globe that is equally impressive as a collector’s piece and as a striking decorative object.Condition: The globe itself is in condition. The globe stand is not original and is broken. I didn’t repair it because it will probably get broken again during transport.... lees verder bij Catawiki