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What is a small scale model?

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What is a small scale model?
A small scale model is a copy of a larger object which is being represented. Usually, the scale model is smaller than the original and is used as a guide in creating the actual size object. Very often a small scale model becomes a collector’s item.
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
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Miniature Ship Model of the Sailing Ketch Irene
Located in Norwell, MA
Fine model of the one hundred foot Ketch Irene of Bridgewater 1907. This vessel is still afloat
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Antique Early 1900s North American Models and Miniatures

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Wood

Ship Model Torrens
Located in Norwell, MA
Outstanding ship model of the clipper ship Torrens by famous model maker Francis Crowell of
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Vintage 1960s North American Models and Miniatures

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Wood

20th century ship model
Located in BARCELONA, ES
The "State of Georgia" ship model is a fascinating and detailed representation of a 20th century
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20th Century Models and Miniatures

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Cut Glass, Ash

Antique Shadowbox Ship Model
Located in Norwell, MA
Antique clipper ship model in a shadow box frame. The vessel carries a suit of seventeen, carved
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Vintage 1960s North American Models and Miniatures

Materials

Wood

Ship's Model Schooner Atlantic
Located in Norwell, MA
Model of the 1903 3-masted schooner yacht "Atlantic". Built at the Townsend and Downey shipyard of
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2010s North American Models and Miniatures

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Wood

Ship Models: ON OFFER
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
That's really an interesting item. All the little black bases are : cm. 9,5 x 5. The models are
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Other Models and Miniatures

Materials

Bakelite

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