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Globe Collection (#7)

"The Globe: A Window into the Eternal Mysteries of our World" Step back in time and explore the captivating history of our planet through the lens of a globe

Background imageGlobe Collection: Young Man in a Study, 1640-1650. Creator: Adriaen van Gaesbeeck

Young Man in a Study, 1640-1650. Creator: Adriaen van Gaesbeeck
Young Man in a Study, 1640-1650

Background imageGlobe Collection: Christ as Salvator Mundi, c.1500. Creator: Unknown

Christ as Salvator Mundi, c.1500. Creator: Unknown
Christ as Salvator Mundi, c.1500

Background imageGlobe Collection: The Alchemist, 1640-1677. Creator: Thomas Wijck

The Alchemist, 1640-1677. Creator: Thomas Wijck
The Alchemist, 1640-1677

Background imageGlobe Collection: Michiel de Ruyter as Lieutenant-Admiral, 1667. Creator: Ferdinand Bol

Michiel de Ruyter as Lieutenant-Admiral, 1667. Creator: Ferdinand Bol
Michiel de Ruyter as Lieutenant-Admiral, 1667. Other Title(s): Portrait of Michiel Adriaenszoon de Ruyter (1607-1676), Vice Admiral

Background imageGlobe Collection: Vanitas Still Life, 1630-1660. Creator: Stevers

Vanitas Still Life, 1630-1660. Creator: Stevers
Vanitas Still Life, 1630-1660

Background imageGlobe Collection: Portrait of Anthonie van Leeuwenhoek, Natural Philosopher and Zoologist in Delft, 1680-1686

Portrait of Anthonie van Leeuwenhoek, Natural Philosopher and Zoologist in Delft, 1680-1686. Creator: Jan Verkolje
Portrait of Anthonie van Leeuwenhoek, Natural Philosopher and Zoologist in Delft, 1680-1686

Background imageGlobe Collection: Jonkheer Theodorus Frederik van Capellen (1762-1824), Vice Admiral, 1817

Jonkheer Theodorus Frederik van Capellen (1762-1824), Vice Admiral, 1817. Creator: Cornelis van Cuylenburg
Jonkheer Theodorus Frederik van Capellen (1762-1824), Vice Admiral, 1817

Background imageGlobe Collection: Bigre!... j'ai eu tort de me mettre... 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier

Bigre!... j'ai eu tort de me mettre... 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Bigre!... j'ai eu tort de me mettre... 19th century. Blimey! I was wrong to put the whole of Europe in my hands

Background imageGlobe Collection: Portrait of Three Children and a Man, 1622. Creator: Thomas de Keyser

Portrait of Three Children and a Man, 1622. Creator: Thomas de Keyser
Portrait of Three Children and a Man, 1622

Background imageGlobe Collection: Still Life with a Trumpet and a Celestial Globe, Trompe l´oeil, 1670

Still Life with a Trumpet and a Celestial Globe, Trompe l´oeil, 1670. Creator: Cornelis Norbertus Gysbrechts
Trompe l'Oeil with Trumpet, Celestial Globe and Proclamation by Frederik III;Bench with Trumpet, Celestial Globe and Proclamation by Frederik III

Background imageGlobe Collection: Ambassador C. Pedersen Lerche with his Staff, 1662. Creator: Jose Antolinez

Ambassador C. Pedersen Lerche with his Staff, 1662. Creator: Jose Antolinez
Ambassador C. Pedersen Lerche with his Staff, 1662

Background imageGlobe Collection: Chiron Teaches Geography to Achilles, 1758/1759. Creator: Gaetano Gherardo Zompini

Chiron Teaches Geography to Achilles, 1758/1759. Creator: Gaetano Gherardo Zompini
Chiron Teaches Geography to Achilles, 1758/1759

Background imageGlobe Collection: Chez l'antiquaire, c.1891. Creator: Theodule Ribot

Chez l'antiquaire, c.1891. Creator: Theodule Ribot
Chez l'antiquaire, c.1891. At the antiquary's

Background imageGlobe Collection: Jérôme de La Lande (1732-1807), between 1767 and 1768. Creator: Jean-Honore Fragonard

Jérôme de La Lande (1732-1807), between 1767 and 1768. Creator: Jean-Honore Fragonard
Jerome de La Lande (1732-1807), between 1767 and 1768. The French astronomer De la Lande in Spanish costume, his right hand on a globe. In the foreground are paintbrushes and ink

Background imageGlobe Collection: Trompe l'Oeil with Trumpet, Celestial Globe and Proclamation by Frederik III, 1670

Trompe l'Oeil with Trumpet, Celestial Globe and Proclamation by Frederik III, 1670. Found in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst, Copenhagen

Background imageGlobe Collection: Esquisse pour la salle des mariages de la mairie du 13ème arrondissement : Vertus civiques. 1878

Esquisse pour la salle des mariages de la mairie du 13ème arrondissement : Vertus civiques. 1878
Esquisse pour la salle des mariages de la mairie du 13eme arrondissement : Vertus civiques. 1878. Sketch for interior of reception hall for marriages. Civic virtues: study

Background imageGlobe Collection: Two astronomers, a sphere and a telescope, between 1735 and 1745. Creator: Unknown

Two astronomers, a sphere and a telescope, between 1735 and 1745. Creator: Unknown
Two astronomers, a sphere and a telescope, between 1735 and 1745

Background imageGlobe Collection: Archangel Gabriel, between 1650 and 1700. Creator: Russian School

Archangel Gabriel, between 1650 and 1700. Creator: Russian School
Archangel Gabriel, between 1650 and 1700

Background imageGlobe Collection: Archangel Michael, between 1650 and 1700. Creator: Russian School

Archangel Michael, between 1650 and 1700. Creator: Russian School
Archangel Michael, between 1650 and 1700

Background imageGlobe Collection: Science class in Georgetown Visitation Preparatory School, Washington, D.C. between 1890-1910(?)

Science class in Georgetown Visitation Preparatory School, Washington, D.C. between 1890-1910(?). [Roman Catholic school for girls, founded in 1799. Students studying physics. Note nun at left]

Background imageGlobe Collection: A lesson in globe making. Children in class in a Washington, D.C. school, 1899

A lesson in globe making. Children in class in a Washington, D.C. school, 1899. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
A lesson in globe making. Children in class in a Washington, D.C. school, 1899

Background imageGlobe Collection: The Master of the World. Creator: Andrea Mantegna

The Master of the World. Creator: Andrea Mantegna
The Master of the World

Background imageGlobe Collection: Astrology. Creator: Georg Pencz

Astrology. Creator: Georg Pencz
Astrology

Background imageGlobe Collection: Divine Infant with the Globe in a Circle with Four Angels, probably c. 1500. Creator: Unknown

Divine Infant with the Globe in a Circle with Four Angels, probably c. 1500. Creator: Unknown
Divine Infant with the Globe in a Circle with Four Angels, probably c. 1500

Background imageGlobe Collection: Coin d'atelier, boulevard de Clichy, between 1872 and 1887. Creator: Antoine Vollon

Coin d'atelier, boulevard de Clichy, between 1872 and 1887. Creator: Antoine Vollon
Coin d'atelier, boulevard de Clichy, between 1872 and 1887

Background imageGlobe Collection: Allégorie de la Banque, c1881. Creator: Henri Gervex

Allégorie de la Banque, c1881. Creator: Henri Gervex
Allegorie de la Banque, c1881

Background imageGlobe Collection: Christ seen in half-length, holding a globe surmounted by a cross, after Reni, 1600-1680

Christ seen in half-length, holding a globe surmounted by a cross, after Reni, 1600-1680. Creator: Anon
Christ seen in half-length, holding a globe surmounted by a cross, after Reni, 1600-1680

Background imageGlobe Collection: Portrait of Jean Le Rond d'Alembert (1717-1783), mathematician and philosopher, 1777

Portrait of Jean Le Rond d'Alembert (1717-1783), mathematician and philosopher, 1777. Creator: Catherine Lusurier
Portrait of Jean Le Rond d'Alembert (1717-1783), mathematician and philosopher, 1777

Background imageGlobe Collection: Riches and the Death of the Miser, Still Life, ca. 1600. Creator: Francken, Hieronymus II

Riches and the Death of the Miser, Still Life, ca. 1600. Creator: Francken, Hieronymus II
Riches and the Death of the Miser, Still Life, ca. 1600. Found in the collection of the Art Museum Basel

Background imageGlobe Collection: Allegory of Science or Astronomy, 1856. Creator: Nicolas Auguste Galimard

Allegory of Science or Astronomy, 1856. Creator: Nicolas Auguste Galimard
Allegory of Science or Astronomy, 1856

Background imageGlobe Collection: Astronomy - painted by J. Sant, 1850. Creator: Unknown

Astronomy - painted by J. Sant, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Astronomy - painted by J. Sant, 1850. Exhibition at the British Institution. Mr. Sant's "Astronomy" is a fine picture, full of poetic expression

Background imageGlobe Collection: The Christ child holding the orb, 1493. Creator: Dürer, Albrecht (1471-1528)

The Christ child holding the orb, 1493. Creator: Dürer, Albrecht (1471-1528)
The Christ child holding the orb, 1493. Found in the Collection of the Albertina, Vienna

Background imageGlobe Collection: Formula One World Championship

Formula One World Championship
The World According to F1 Globe. Formula One World Championship, Rd 1, Australian Grand Prix, Preparations, Albert Park, Melbourne, Australia, Wednesday 14 March 2007. DIGITAL IMAGE

Background imageGlobe Collection: Skyline Earth Tone 2 83

Skyline Earth Tone 2 83
Emiliano Deificus

Background imageGlobe Collection: Bird and flowers 2

Bird and flowers 2
Rafal Kulik

Background imageGlobe Collection: TV art 1

TV art 1
Rafal Kulik

Background imageGlobe Collection: Children Carrying the World

Children Carrying the World
Andreas Magnusson

Background imageGlobe Collection: A Vanitas Still Life of Musical Instruments and Manuscripts

A Vanitas Still Life of Musical Instruments and Manuscripts
827963 A Vanitas Still Life of Musical Instruments and Manuscripts, an Overturned Gilt Covered Goblet, a Jewellery Casket, a Candlestick, an Astrological Globe, a String of Pearls, Jewels, Shells

Background imageGlobe Collection: Pregnant nun Sister Jean sitting in her convent cell

Pregnant nun Sister Jean sitting in her convent cell, her habit open to reveal her breasts. A picture of Saint Martha on the wall. Soeur Jeanne

Background imageGlobe Collection: Portrait of Marie Antoinette (1755-93) Queen of France, detail, 1775 (oil on canvas)

Portrait of Marie Antoinette (1755-93) Queen of France, detail, 1775 (oil on canvas)
5978865 Portrait of Marie Antoinette (1755-93) Queen of France, detail, 1775 (oil on canvas) by Gautier D Agoty, Jean-Baptiste Andre (1740-86); 160x128 cm; ChAteau de Versailles

Background imageGlobe Collection: Sexy Teacher

Sexy Teacher

Background imageGlobe Collection: WW1 - Victory - The flags of the victorious nations

WW1 - Victory - The flags of the victorious nations flanking a carved statue of the personification of Victory stood atop the world and holding a victory wreath aloft. Date: circa 1919

Background imageGlobe Collection: Thomas Cook - Travel Company - Advertisement

Thomas Cook - Travel Company - Advertisement in The Geographical Magazine - Sail Away From Workaday Cares. 20th century

Background imageGlobe Collection: RF- Oxeye daisy (Leucanthemum vulgare) fish-eye lens. Devon, UK. June

RF- Oxeye daisy (Leucanthemum vulgare) fish-eye lens. Devon, UK. June

Background imageGlobe Collection: Picture No. 12480001

Picture No. 12480001
Snow globe, Polar Bear smiling wearing Christmas hat Date:

Background imageGlobe Collection: Murphy the Dick-tater, alias the weather cock of the walk, 1837

Murphy the Dick-tater, alias the weather cock of the walk, 1837. A figure with a potato surmounted by a weathervane for head, globe for body, holding bellows and telescope under right arm

Background imageGlobe Collection: First World Map in Whole 1508

First World Map in Whole 1508

Background imageGlobe Collection: Theological hall of Strahov library in Strahov Monastery, Prague, Bohemia, Czech Republic

Theological hall of Strahov library in Strahov Monastery, Prague, Bohemia, Czech Republic




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"The Globe: A Window into the Eternal Mysteries of our World" Step back in time and explore the captivating history of our planet through the lens of a globe. From ancient maps like the Flat Earth depiction, challenging conventional beliefs, to Queen Elizabeth I's majestic Armada portrait, showcasing her global ambitions, each representation tells a unique story. Travel further back to 1265 with Mappa Mundi, an ink and color masterpiece that reveals London's perspective on the world during medieval times. Witness how humanity's understanding evolved as we gaze upon Whole Earth (Blue Marble 2000), a breathtaking satellite image capturing Earth's beauty from space. Beyond our terrestrial realm lies cosmic wonders such as the Cosmic Microwave Background and sizes of planets in our Solar System. These astronomical revelations remind us of both balance and drama existing within our universe. The globe symbolizes eternity itself - an everlasting reminder that while we are mere specks in this vast cosmos, there is much left to uncover. NASA's exploration efforts propel us towards unlocking these mysteries day by day. But it is not only knowledge that captivates us; it is also performance. The Globe Performance takes center stage as artists transport audiences across time and space through their craft. Just like Durer’s world map from 1515 or Derek Jarman’s Angel in Caravaggio (1986), they inspire awe and ignite curiosity about what lies beyond our reach. And let us not forget those who dared challenge conventionality - individuals like Charles Darwin, whose groundbreaking work revolutionized biology forever. His legacy reminds us that even when faced with skepticism, exploring new frontiers can lead to profound discoveries about ourselves and the world around us. So let this globe be more than just an object; let it be a gateway to infinite possibilities – where astronomy meets artistry, where mystery intertwines with science – reminding us all that there is still so much left for humanity to explore on this beautiful planet we call home.