'Hunt-Lennox Globe' by Paperblanks

$26.95
One of the greatest treasures in The New York Public Library’s collection is a hollow copper globe, just 112 millimetres in diameter. This striking terrestrial globe dates to approximately 1510 and bears a strong resemblance to the Globus Jagellonicus housed at the Collegium Maius Museum in Krakow. What makes the Hunt-Lenox Globe unique is that it is one of only two known instances of a historical map using the phrase “HC SVNT DRACONES” (“here be dragons”). The Hunt-Lenox Globe is recognized as one of the oldest terrestrial globes, and the oldest to depict the Americas. Purchased “for a song” in Paris in 1855 by American architect Richard Morris Hunt, it was at first seen as a mere novelty. It wasn’t until bookdealer Henry Stevens noted its significance that Hunt donated the globe to the Lenox Library – James Lenox’s vast collection of paintings, books and other artifacts – for which he was the chief architect. Today, the globe is a part of The New York Public Library’s Rare Book Division and is featured in the Polonsky Exhibition of The New York Public Library’s Treasures.

Paperblanks journals, inspire creativity, empower expression and celebrate special moments. Encourage that creative person in your life to start keeping memories and drawings for future generations or just for them - an enriching journey. Made with sustainable Forest paper.

Midi Journal Features:

  • 18 x 13 cm
  • 176 pages
  • Custom designed 100gsm laid paper
  • Smyth sewn
  • Ribbon marker
  • 100% recycled binder boards
  • Decorative printed cover paper
  • FSC-certified text paper
  • Threaded stitching and glue, as needed
  • Acid-free sustainable forest paper

Ultra Journal Features:

  • 18 x 23 cm
  • 176 pages
  • Custom designed 100gsm laid paper
  • Smyth sewn
  • Ribbon marker
  • 100% recycled binder boards
  • Decorative printed cover paper
  • FSC-certified text paper
  • Threaded stitching and glue, as needed
  • Acid-free sustainable forest paper

Pencil Case:

  • 22 x 3 x 6.8cm
  • Magnetic closure
  • Suitable for other uses, eg. Jewellery Box
  • Utility tray can be repositioned or removed, useful for smaller items
  • The well-crafted design is very sturdy and always holds its shape
  • Paperblanks bookmark with historical details of the design


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