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Small miniature terrestrial globe or world map, signed NK* Publishers in Paris, blackened wood base, from the early 20th century.
This globe is in good overall condition. It is signed on the side.
Note: minor damage to the globe (especially at the midline), some stains, dirt and yellowing, some signs of wear and tear, see photos.
The name refers to the toy and game factory located on Rue de l'Atlas in Paris, founded by Léon Nicolas and Charles Keller. Léon Nicolas was a representative of the Simonin-Cuny company, while Charles Keller, originally from Munich, had settled in France at the end of the 19th century. Business began in 1904, the same year that saw the creation of RT (Revenaz et Tabernat) and JJF (Jeux Jouets Français), JJF resulting from a merger of companies (MD, SC, etc.). From 1904 to 1924, the year management was transferred to Georges Bonnet (GB), the NK company produced a wide variety of games, including puzzle boxes filled with brain teasers and small skill games.
