Armillary Sphere with Atlas statue, cast aluminum, bronzed spherical rings, partly chrome plated,Marble base, dimensions: h 56 x d 25.5 cm

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Symbolical - Condemned by Zeus, Titan Atlas had to carry the world on his shoulders. Today we are delighted by the symbolism of Greek mythology in this exclusive exposé. - An extraordinary armillary sphere, on the shoulders of an Atlas statue. The central globe and the inner spherical rings are chrome plated for special enhancement. The base is designed of a decorative dark marble block. The armillary sphere illustrates the geocentric view of the world. It is one of the oldest astronomical devices of manhood. Until telescopes were invented, it was the most important observation and measuring instrument. The imaginary observer is deemed in the centre of the central globe, which symbolizes the earth. This absolutely felicitous arrangement is not only inspiring the friends of astronomy and mythology. - Armillary Sphere with Atlas statue, cast aluminum, bronzed spherical rings, partly chrome plated, marble base, dimensions: h 56 x d 25.5 cm. - For products from the Authentic-Models-collection, which you don´t find in our shop, we gladly prepare a special offer for you.