C. Smith & Son

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C. Smith & Son was a British globe-making company that operated in London during the 19th and early 20th centuries. The company was founded by Charles Smith, and later carried on by his son. While not as widely recognized as some other globe manufacturers, C. Smith & Son produced globes that were esteemed for their quality and craftsmanship.

C. Smith & Son globes were known for their accuracy and attention to detail. They crafted both terrestrial and celestial globes, typically made with a combination of paper gores and hand-painted details. The globes often featured intricate engravings, labeled with countries, cities, geographical features, and astronomical information.

The globes produced by C. Smith & Son were popular educational tools, used in schools, libraries, and homes to teach geography, astronomy, and navigation. They played a crucial role in expanding geographical knowledge and providing a visual representation of the world and the celestial sphere.

Today, antique C. Smith & Son globes are sought after by collectors and globe enthusiasts. They represent a particular period in globe-making history and are valued for their historical significance and decorative appeal.