Bring a striking piece of Danish mid-century design into your home with this
authentic 1970s illuminated world globe by Scan (Denmark). A perfect blend of functional lighting and vintage educational decor, this piece showcases beautifully detailed cartography from the Cold War era, including “USSR” labeling and period-accurate geopolitical boundaries.Details
• Brand: Scan (Denmark)
• Era: 1970s Mid-Century Modern
• Type: Illuminated electric globe / table lamp
• Condition: Working condition (light functions properly)
• Features: Rotating globe with internal illumination
• Mapping: Vintage political geography including USSR-era boundaries
• Material: Plastic globe with printed cartography, mounted on original base
• Style: Scandinavian modern / educational / retro office decorLighting & FunctionWhen illuminated, the globe gives off a warm ambient glow, highlighting continents and political boundaries. Perfect as a desk lamp, bookshelf accent, or conversation piece in a study or living room.Historical AppealThis globe reflects Cold War-era geography, making it especially desirable for collectors of historical decor, geography enthusiasts, and mid-century modern design lovers.Measures 16” tallPerfect For
• Mid-century modern interiors
• Vintage office or study decor
• Collectors of globes and educational tools
• Retro lighting enthusiasts
• Travel lovers and geography buffsCondition NotesGood vintage condition with expected signs of age and use. Globe lighting is fully functional. Minor wear consistent with age may be present.
authentic 1970s illuminated world globe by Scan (Denmark). A perfect blend of functional lighting and vintage educational decor, this piece showcases beautifully detailed cartography from the Cold War era, including “USSR” labeling and period-accurate geopolitical boundaries.Details
• Brand: Scan (Denmark)
• Era: 1970s Mid-Century Modern
• Type: Illuminated electric globe / table lamp
• Condition: Working condition (light functions properly)
• Features: Rotating globe with internal illumination
• Mapping: Vintage political geography including USSR-era boundaries
• Material: Plastic globe with printed cartography, mounted on original base
• Style: Scandinavian modern / educational / retro office decorLighting & FunctionWhen illuminated, the globe gives off a warm ambient glow, highlighting continents and political boundaries. Perfect as a desk lamp, bookshelf accent, or conversation piece in a study or living room.Historical AppealThis globe reflects Cold War-era geography, making it especially desirable for collectors of historical decor, geography enthusiasts, and mid-century modern design lovers.Measures 16” tallPerfect For
• Mid-century modern interiors
• Vintage office or study decor
• Collectors of globes and educational tools
• Retro lighting enthusiasts
• Travel lovers and geography buffsCondition NotesGood vintage condition with expected signs of age and use. Globe lighting is fully functional. Minor wear consistent with age may be present.