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Block And Tackle

A demonstration or museum model of a civil defence traversing cannon
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
defence cannon rests on a solid ebony carriage with working blocks and tackle to run the barrel out. It
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Antique 1840s English Historical Memorabilia

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Bronze

Sailing ship's pulley fiddle block
Located in London, GB
blocks at some far end, to make up a tackle. A large sail-powered warship in the 19th century required
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Antique Early 19th Century English Industrial Scientific Instruments

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Oak

Sailing ship's pulley fiddle block
Sailing ship's pulley fiddle block
H 29 in W 13.5 in D 5.5 in
3 sailing ship's oak & iron pulley blocks
Located in London, GB
tackle block with fixed eye. Height: 17 ½ inches. 2: Double sheave stiff swivel hook tackle block
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Nautical Objects

Materials

Iron

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American Three Masted Clipper Ship in Bottle on Original Wood Stand, Circa 1880
Located in Hollywood, SC
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American Naval Two Masted Clipper Ship Brig Model Under Glass, US Perry 20th C.
Located in Hollywood, SC
American Naval two masted clipper ship brig model mounted on stand under a glass case. The US Perry was a brig commissioned by the United States Navy October 1843 prior to the Americ...
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20th Century American American Empire Models and Miniatures

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Glass, Mahogany, Pine, Paint

Massive Merchant Schooner Model
Located in Greenwich, CT
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Fillette portant des fleurs dans son tablier
By Edgar Degas
Located in Basel, CH
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Studebaker President 1955, Collector Car Yellow and Lime Green
By Studebaker
Located in North Hollywood, CA
1955 Studebaker President coupe two doors. Reflects the well handmade period of the 1950s and 1960s cars. The President Studebaker car was built for one year only. This is a five pas...
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Antique English Break-Front Bibliotheque Bookcase in Mahogany, circa 1870
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Boutet, General Officer's Gun
By H. Boutet
Located in Paris, FR
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Boutet, General Officer's Gun
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H 3.15 in W 10.44 in D 1.58 in
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Located in Dallas, TX
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Located in London, GB
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1990s English Decorative Boxes

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Large Ship's Teak Block and Tackle with Original Paint, Late 19th C.
Located in Nantucket, MA
A very large nautical 4 pulley block used on a ship. Original green paint. Smoked glass top -- 9.5
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Antique Late 19th Century Nautical Objects

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Teak

19TH CENTURY SCOTTISH NAUTICAL MIRROR
Located in Essex, MA
crossed oars, boat hooks, block and tackle and an anchor.
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Antique 19th Century Scottish Wall Mirrors

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Rare 19th Century Nautically Themed Mantle Clock with Original Side Pieces.
Located in Greenlawn, NY
composed of various ship inspired components that include a sail, anchors, block and tackles and twisting
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Antique Late 19th Century French Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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American Brig of War "Nautilus"
Located in Norwell, MA
with many block and tackle. The planked deck has hatches, wheel, capstan, tiller, cannonballs etc
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20th Century Nautical Objects

American Brig of War "Nautilus"
American Brig of War "Nautilus"
H 64 in W 44 in D 18 in
American Bomb Ketch "Spitfire"
Located in Norwell, MA
cannon are rigged to the deck with block and tackle. A large turret gun is rigged to the main deck along
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20th Century Nautical Objects

American Bomb Ketch "Spitfire"
American Bomb Ketch "Spitfire"
H 59 in W 37 in D 16 in
French Antique Ormolu Model of the Luxor Obelisk, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
lowered the obelisk with an array of blocks and tackles, yardarms and capstans. The re-erection of the
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Antique 1850s French Obelisks

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Early 19th C Royal William 1:48 Scale Model Ship Naval Prov Russell-Cotes Museum
Located in Lowestoft, GB
carved blocks and tackle, loosely mounted on ebonised cradle stand with name. General age related
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Antique Early 19th Century English Nautical Objects

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Antique 19th Century Wooden Block and Tackle, circa 1800s
Located in San Francisco, CA
About: A 19th century wood and iron block and tackle used to hoist the ropes of a sailing ship
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Antique 19th Century Industrial Nautical Objects

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Antique 19th Century Iron and Wooden Block and Tackle, circa 1800s
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT A 19th century wood and iron block and tackle with iron hook used to hoist the sails of a
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Vintage Double Block and Tackle Pulley Hook
Located in San Francisco, CA
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Shipyard Model of a Gaff-Rigged Newhaven Smack
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
rigging with sheathed blocks and tackle, all loosely mounted on wooden display base with cork stabilisers
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Antique 1820s English Nautical Objects

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Metal

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Located in London, GB
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By Beau Studio
Located in Atlanta, GA
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Located in Sag Harbor, NY
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Located in Raalte, NL
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Located in New York, NY
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Lantern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
body, block and tackle trim and chain trim. Single light inside.
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Vintage 1940s American Lanterns

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Lantern
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H 24 in Dm 11 in
Commode by Jean Royere
By Jean Royère
Located in New York, NY
The cabinet with three doors supported by block feet, all dramatically veneered in alternating
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Ash, Walnut

Commode by Jean Royere
Commode by Jean Royere
H 30.7 in W 67.9 in D 17.7 in
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Questions About Block And Tackle
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A chopping block is a block of wood typically used to chop food or wood. Chopping blocks are typically made from strong woods such as maple, teak, birch, or walnut. Shop chopping blocks, sometimes referred to as butcher blocks, on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    A butcher block can be used as a cutting board or table top.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Classic anchor blocks were crafted from quartz sand, chalk and linseed oil. Today, anchor blocks are stone construction sets made in Germany and marketed as building toys for children. Shop a selection of vintage toys, including anchor blocks, on 1stDIbs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Indian block printing is an art form that originated in India during ancient times. It involves carving a block of teak wood with an intricate pattern and then using it to press ink onto fabric like silk or cotton. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Indian block printed apparel and art.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A printing block is sometimes called a printmaking block, a wood block or a block. You can also refer to one simply as a printing block. Artists carve printmaking blocks with designs, apply ink and then press them against a surface to produce artwork. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of block prints from some of the world's top galleries.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Butcher blocks should be oiled whenever the wood begins to look dry or chalky.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A butcher block is a heavy-duty chopping block often made of hardwood that’s designed for cutting or food preparation. A butcher block can be used as a kitchen island, or it can be incorporated into a kitchen island as the top or attached to the side of an island. Find a collection of vintage and modern butcher blocks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    The oldest known example of block printing is the Diamond Sutra. Produced around 886 CE, the scroll is a Buddhist religious text and was discovered in Dunhuang, China. Anthropologists believe that the Chinese developed the art of block printing 4,000 years ago, but so far, none of the earlier works have been discovered. On 1stDibs, find a variety of block prints from some of the world's top galleries.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Rajasthan is the Indian state that is most famous for block printing, though it is also a popular dyeing method in a variety of other states. Rajasthan features various cities known for different techniques of this textile printing method. On 1stDibs, find a range of authentic Indian block printed textiles.