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Floor Standing World Globes

Bring the World into Your Home

A floor standing globe is more than a reference tool; it is a centerpiece of exploration and a timeless addition to any room. Whether you are looking for a distinguished antique-style globe to anchor your library or a modern illuminated floor globe to brighten a living room corner, our collection features the finest craftsmanship available.

We offer a range of sizes—from standard 16-inch diameters to impressive 32-inch diplomat models—mounted on handcrafted stands of solid wood or sleek metal. Explore our selection below to find a world globe that matches your style and curiosity.

The Ultimate Guide to Choosing a Floor Globe

Finding the Right Scale for Your Space
When selecting a floor standing world globe, size is the most critical factor. While desktop models are typically 12 inches, our floor models generally start at a 16-inch diameter. This larger scale allows for significantly more cartographic detail, often featuring over 4,000 place names. For larger rooms or corporate lobbies, we recommend 20-inch or 32-inch globes, which serve as commanding focal points.

Cartography Styles: Antique vs. Blue Ocean

  • Antique Ocean: These globes feature parchment-colored oceans and "Old World" aesthetics, often paired with walnut or cherry finish stands. While they look vintage, the map data is fully current and up-to-date.
  • Blue Ocean: These offer a classic, realistic look that highlights political boundaries and physical topography. They are often preferred for educational settings and modern interiors.

Features to Look For

  • Illumination: Many of our floor globes feature internal lighting. When lit, these illuminated floor globes often reveal a secondary layer of cartography, such as physical features or explorers' routes, doubling as a sophisticated ambient light source.
  • Raised Relief: Run your fingers over the mountain ranges. Many of our models feature "raised relief," providing a tactile representation of the Earth’s topography.
  • Gyro-Matic Mounting: Standard globes rotate on a tilted axis. For easier viewing of the Southern Hemisphere, look for a "Full Swing" or Gimbal-mounted meridian that allows the globe to swing up or down for a 360-degree view.
A wide-angle view of a luxurious home library featuring a large illuminated floor standing globe as the central sophisticated focal point.

Anchor Your Space with Sophistication

A floor standing globe is more than just a reference tool; it is a commanding focal point that transforms any room into a study of the world. Elevate your home library, office, or living area with timeless elegance and handcrafted detail.

Frequently Asked Questions About Floor Globes

Find answers to common questions about our products and services.

Standard floor globes (16-inch diameter) usually have a footprint of about 20–24 inches wide including the wooden horizon ring. We recommend leaving at least 2 feet of clearance around the globe to allow guests to walk around and view it comfortably without obstruction.

No, most illuminated globes come with a standard 5–6 foot electrical cord that plugs into a regular 110V wall outlet. The cord usually exits discreetly from the South Pole axis. If you plan to place the globe in the center of a room, you may need a floor outlet or a cord cover for safety.

Political globes emphasize country borders, states, and cities using bright, contrasting colors, making them excellent for reference. Physical globes focus on the earth's natural terrain, using greens, yellows, and browns to show deserts, forests, and mountain ranges. Many of our illuminated models feature "Dual-Map" technology—showing physical features when unlit and political borders when lit.

While they feature a vintage "sepia" aesthetic (parchment-colored oceans) to match classic decor, the geography is 100% modern and up-to-date. They are designed to look like timeless heirlooms but function as accurate reference tools for today's world.

Yes, the light bulbs are replaceable. Most models use a standard candelabra-style bulb (E12 base) or a small LED equivalent. Access is typically achieved by lifting the meridian ring out of the stand or through a dedicated access panel at the North Pole, depending on the specific model.

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