Lot 56: Unique Art Gemstone and Shell Inlaid Globe

A contemporary desktop globe by Unique Art featuring a cream-coloured sphere with landmasses depicted in various inlaid semi-precious stones and iridescent abalone shell. The globe is mounted within a brass-finished metal gimbal stand comprising a meridian ring and a four-legged base. An integrated compass is set into the centre of the base. Geographic labels are printed in both English and Chinese characters throughout the map surface.