Wereldbol in houten stoel gemaakt door G. Valck of Valk. 1650 - 1700

This terrestrial globe, created by Gerard Valck between 1650 and 1700, is a testament to the advancements in cartography during the Dutch Golden Age. The globe, with its detailed map of the world, sits atop a meticulously crafted wooden stand with a brass meridian ring. Housed in the Rijksmuseum, this 17th-century globe stands as a reminder of the period's fascination with exploration and knowledge.