Pair of Terrestrial and Celestial Globes by Newton, Son & Berry

Pair of Terrestrial and Celestial GlobesNewton, Son & Berry (London, circa 1836) Dimensions: 41" H x 21" D This remarkable pair of globes—terrestrial and celestial—was crafted by the esteemed London-based firm Newton, Son & Berry. The terrestrial globe is marked: "Manufactured by Newton, Son & Berry, 66, Chancery Lane. London, Published Febr. 2d. 1836", while the celestial globe bears the inscription: "By Mr. Newton., Manufactured by Newton, Son & Berry Chancery Lane. London, Published 1836". The globes are mounted on elegant mahogany tripod stands with horizon rings, brass meridians, and central compasses, exemplifying the craftsmanship and scientific innovation of early 19th-century England. Newton, Son & Berry was a prominent firm of instrument makers and cartographers in London during the Georgian and Victorian eras. Renowned for their precision and artistry, the Newton family specialized in globes, maps, and other scientific instruments. These globes reflect th