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Sphere and stand Long Caption: Terrestrial table globe. Geographical details on the sphere include a label that reads 'Unknown Parts' in North America. California is drawn as an island, and Australia and New Zealand are drawn according to the Dutch discoveries up to 1644. Dampier's discoveries north of New Guinea are recorded 'N. Britain'. In Asia there are the labels 'Ch. Wall', 'Dominion of Moscovy' and 'Parts Unknown'. A total of nine oceans are named. Credit line: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London Object: GLB0115 Artist: after Cushee Date: after 1752 Medium: gilt brass; brass; copper; engraved Size: Overall: 303 x 301 mm; Sphere diameter: 206 mm Click here to buy a bespoke print of this image.