Globe, cream multicolor, metal bakelite, F.P.N. Biofiz, Poland, 1970s.
430 PLN
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ABOUT PRODUCTID 35489
This large globe, produced in Warsaw by Fabryka Pomocy Naukowych Biofiz in the 1970s, exemplifies the educational aids characteristic of the late Eastern Bloc era. The design features a cream-toned, semi-gloss globe adorned with a multicolored map in hues of yellow, orange, red, and green, mounted on a sturdy, tripod-style metal base finished in matte grey. The central support is crafted from ribbed black bakelite, while the metal meridian ring is engraved with degree markings, lending the piece a distinctly cartographic presence. Visible screws and a utilitarian construction reflect the pragmatic approach of 1970s Polish industrial design. The globe is equipped with internal illumination (E14 bulb, small socket), enhancing the map details and creating a gentle, ambient glow. The original manufacturer's label is present, confirming its provenance. Condition: good, with scattered patina and minor separations at the joints; refreshed, yet preserved in original, authentic form. This globe quietly evokes the spirit of 1970s Polish classrooms—an era when learning was tactile, luminous, and imbued with a sense of discovery. Its softly glowing surface conjures memories of curious hands tracing continents, while the robust metal
DIMENSION
Height52 cm
Width31 cm
Length33 cm
Dimension details
Length33 cm
Height52 cm
Width31 cm
Weight1 kg
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