Bidspirit auction | Alexander Kalifano Gemstone and Mother-of-Pearl

Alexander Kalifano Gemstone and Mother-of-Pearl Inlay Desk Globe on Polished Brass Stand - A contemporary decorative lapidary globe by Alexander Kalifano, featuring hand-inlaid gemstone and mother-of-pearl panels. The oceans are depicted with iridescent white mother-of-pearl, while the continents and countries are composed of various polished semi-precious gemstones, including malachite, jasper, and lapis lazuli. The landmasses are printed with geographical labels in black and red ink. The globe is mounted on a graduated brass-toned meridian ring marked with degree increments and sits within a gimbal frame supported by a four-pillar pedestal base. The base features a central integrated compass. Height: 23cm Base width: 20cm.