An unusual decorative manuscript terrestrial globe diameter 18 inches (45.8 cm.), with hand drawn and coloured paper gores, the continents in a variety of colours, labelled and with mountain ranges shown, and domestic animals suitably placed, various cartouches show historical information relating to voyages of discovery and dedications in latin script. The oceans labelled and illustrated with marine monsters, vessels and compass roses; the meridian circle with 360 scale, divided in four quadrants, the horizon ring with zodiac and calendar scale; on fruitwood stand with shaped and scalloped vase pillar, the tripod base with stretchers and bun feet, 46 inches (106.8 cm.) high.