James Wilson. Celestial Globe, 1819. Wood, plaster, paper, brass, H. 18 in. (45.7 cm); Diam. 17 1/4 in. (43.8 cm). Gift of Douglas Campbell Jr., 1961, (Photo: The Met)

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Celestial Globe

1819

James Wilson

The American Wing

Original Source

Maker/Artist: James Wilson
Formatted Medium: Wood, plaster, paper, brass
Medium: wood, plaster, paper, brass
Locations: Made in: Albany, United States
Dimensions: H. 18 in. (45.7 cm); Diam. 17 1/4 in. (43.8 cm)
Departments: The American Wing
Credit Line: Gift of Douglas Campbell Jr., 1961

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