The globe features the "Executive" cartography of the National Geographic Maps Division in the style of antique maps. This cartography is essentially political, with physical information indicated by shading.
Over 2,000 geographical names are listed on this illuminated floor globe. National Geographic's award-winning cartography combines a classic antique map design with an up-to-date political representation.
The text is clearly laid out and each country is shown in a different colour, with a darker shade at the borders to make the political map stand out more clearly. Warm earth tones are used and a clear typeface improves readability. Shading indicates both mountain ranges on land masses and undersea relief.
With the design of the stand, the Danish team at Tools has succeeded in creating a true reinterpretation of the globe, with a clear design language and light proportions.
Moving away from the prototypical view of the globe, where the sphere is suspended from a meridian, the Neon model features an innovative stand design. The slim shape of the high-quality aluminium axis makes the sphere appear to float above the elegantly designed light wood ring. The axis is naturally inclined to correspond to the actual inclination of the Earth's axis.
This is an exceptionally elegant piece of furniture that enriches any living space with style and uniqueness.
