Bidspirit auction | Gemstone and Lapis Lazuli Style

Gemstone and Lapis Lazuli Style Inlaid World Globe on Brass Tripod Stand with Integrated Compass - A contemporary decorative world globe featuring oceans fashioned from a deep blue lapis lazuli-style material. The landmasses are intricately inlaid with an assortment of semi-precious stones including jade, jasper, and tiger's eye, with Australia specifically detailed in iridescent abalone shell. The globe is set within a brass-finished tripod frame featuring a full meridian and a circular horizon ring. A small liquid-filled compass is integrated into the centre of the base stretcher. The map includes markings for the People's Republic of China, Mongolia, India, Thailand, Vietnam, and Indonesia. Height to horizon ring: 29 cm Estimated total height: 38 cm.