Louis-Charles DESNOS (1725-vers 1798)
Library globe. Presentation on a quadripod foot with 4 blackened columns. The globe rests on a circular terrace in varnished natural wood. Graduated brass meridian circle (absence of the hour clock and its needle).
Two cartouches on the globe indicate:
- "Goes up and sells at DESNOS, engineer for all mathematical instruments, rue Saint-Jacques, near the SAINT SEVERIN fountain. With the sign of the globe. In Paris 1758. With privilege of ROY "
- Globe. drawn up on the memoirs of Mrs. of the Royal Academy of Sciences. Dedicated to Mr. Marquis de MARIGNI, adviser of the King in his councils, commander of his orders, director and general organizer of his buildings, jard, arts, academy and manuf. By his very humble and obedient servant. L.C. DESNOS "
France, mid 18th century H. total : 55 cm Diam. globe : 36 cm
