The Earth once again becomes the center of the universe with the Authentic Models Bronze Armillary Sphere. This accurate miniature replica of the ancient model of the celestial sphere is made of sand-cast bronze and is a distinctively cultured access ory for your desktop. A small blue terrestrial globe is suspended in the middle of a compilation of rings each representing a principle layer of the heavens above. Once a machine considered to be at the heart of astronomical research the armillary ca n now be appreciated as a mesmerizing work of art.See our Globe FAQs.About Authentic ModelsAuthentic Models strives to create and distribute a comprehensive collection of historic and fine art reproductions worldwide. Haring Piebenga founded the com pany in 1968 and today AM is a European wholesale manufacturer with warehouses and corporate offices in Oregon and Amsterdam. AM pursues original items at auction and uses these models for their design ideas. Each hand-made item appeals to the human need for nostalgia intrigue and beauty by evoking a story from the past. High-quality construction using only the finest materials ensures that these charming pieces will become treasured heirlooms in their own right