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Nef Ship

Monumental Hanau German Silver Gilt Nef Ship -- 45 in 115 cm
By Hanau
Located in New York, US
Our monumental silver gilt Schlüsselfelder ship or nef, attributed to Hanau, Germany, late 19th to
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Antique Late 19th Century German Belle Époque Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Silver

Antique French Silver Nef Boat Centrepiece
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
compartment. This silver nef ship is supported by an impressive cast pedestal incorporating an antique
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Antique Early 1900s French Centerpieces

Materials

Silver

Antique French Silver Nef Boat Centrepiece
Antique French Silver Nef Boat Centrepiece
H 13.9 in W 7.01 in D 10.16 in
Silver and Silver Gilt Nef Sailing Ship
Located in London, GB
Silver and silver gilt nef sailing ship Continental, 20th Century Height 44cm, width 38cm, depth
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20th Century European Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Vermeil, Silver

Silver and Silver Gilt Nef Sailing Ship
Silver and Silver Gilt Nef Sailing Ship
H 17.33 in W 14.97 in D 4.73 in
Very Large Antique Sterling Silver Ship Model - Hallmarked in 1925 - Silver Nef
By Thomas Callow & Son
Located in London, London
This superb example of a sterling silver Nef carries import marks for London, 1925 by Thomas Callow
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Vintage 1920s German Renaissance Revival Nautical Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Nef / Centrepiece
By Ludwig Neresheimer
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
antique sterling silver nef* has been realistically modelled in the form of a ship. The surface of the
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Centerpieces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Nef / Centrepiece
Antique Sterling Silver Nef / Centrepiece
H 28.3 in W 6.8 in D 20.7 in
Large Antique Nef Model in Repoussé Silvered Metal
Located in London, GB
made of precious metal such as silver, that takes the shape of a ship. This nef has two masts and
Category

Antique 19th Century European Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Silver

Very impressive 19th Century solid silver antique German model of a Ship
Located in Madrid, ES
Very impressive 19th century solid silver antique German model of a ship, named "Nef" in the
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Antique 19th Century German Baroque Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Silver

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Antique Silver Portuguese Nef Ship
Located in London, London
An incredible very large silver Nef ship, made in Portugal. Intricate detailing.  
Category

Vintage 1920s Portuguese Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Antique Silver Portuguese Nef Ship
Antique Silver Portuguese Nef Ship
H 27.56 in W 29.53 in D 7.49 in
Stunning, English Sterling Silver Neff, ‘Sailing Ship’, Fine Detail. 26" Tall
By Pairpoint Brothers 1
Located in New York, NY
Pairpoint Brothers In 1923. Stands at 26" tall x 24" in length. Neff (originally spelt nef) was an
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Vintage 1920s English Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Large & Rare Solid 925 Silver Vintage NEF Ship Boat Import Marks for London 1975
Located in GB
NEF ship or boat fully hallmarked with London Import marks for 1977 and made by the International
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Vintage 1970s British Artisan Models and Miniatures

Materials

Sterling Silver

1990s Vintage Portuguese Silver Nef Centrepiece
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
. This silver nef ship is supported by four impressive functional wheels ornamented with stylised antique
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20th Century Portuguese Nautical Objects

Materials

Silver

18th Century, Spanish Silver Roman Bireme Automaton Ship "Nef"
Located in Madrid, ES
18th Century Spanish silver Roman Bireme Automaton Ship Nef Antique 18th century Spanish solid
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Antique 18th Century Spanish Baroque Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Silver

Late 19th Century Gilt Silver Renaissance Revival Nef or Ship Centerpiece
Located in Leesburg, VA
A gilt silver double-massed naval ship on ornate openwork wheels with a separately attached anchor
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Antique Late 19th Century German Renaissance Revival Models and Miniatures

Materials

Silver

Antique German Solid Silver Impressive Large Nef Galleon Ship, circa 1900
By Karl Kurz
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 20th century German very impressive solid silver model of a ship, called a "Nef" in the
Category

20th Century German Centerpieces

Materials

Silver

Massive Antique Sterling Silver Nef / Boat / Ship 1909 Import Mark Galleon Neff
By Berthold Muller
Located in London, GB
A magnificent Antique solid Silver Nef made by German Silversmith Berthold Muller mirroring the
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Early 20th Century German Models and Miniatures

Materials

Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Nef / Centrepiece, 1891
By Edwin Thompson Bryant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
used within western Europe, modelled in the form of a ship; the word nef derives from the French word
Category

Antique 1890s British Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Italian Silver on Brass Sailing Ship on Wheels
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Enchanting antique sailing ship or nef hand crafted in silver plate on brass with plenty of
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Early 20th Century Italian Other Nautical Objects

Materials

Silver Plate, Brass

20th Century Spanish Silver Persian Trireme Ship, circa 1930
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 20th century Spanish monumental solid silver model of a ship, called a "Nef", beautifully
Category

20th Century Spanish Centerpieces

Materials

Silver

Antique German Solid Silver Impressive Large Neff Galleon Ship, circa 1930
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 20th century German very impressive solid silver model of a ship, called a "Nef" in the
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20th Century German Centerpieces

Materials

Silver

20th Century German Silver Impressive Large Neff Galleon Ship, circa 1930
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 20th century German very impressive solid silver model of a ship, called a "Nef" in the
Category

20th Century German Centerpieces

Materials

Silver

Antique Spanish Solid Silver Impressive Large Neff Galleon Ship, circa 1930
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 20th century Spanish very impressive solid silver model of a ship, called a "Nef" in the
Category

20th Century Spanish Centerpieces

Antique 20th Century German Solid Silver Impressive Large Neff Galleon Ship
By Karl Kurz
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Description Antique 20th century German very impressive solid silver model of a ship, called a
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Antique 19th Century German Centerpieces

Materials

Silver

20th Century Spanish Solid Silver Impressive Large Neff Galleon Ship, circa 1900
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique early 20th century Spanish very impressive solid silver model of a ship, called a "Nef" in
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Early 20th Century Spanish Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Monumental Enlarged Photo 'Great Palace of Fine Art
Located in Buffalo, NY
hospital receiving care while convalescing soldiers and recovered in training at the ship, the Nef, to
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2010s American Industrial Photography

Materials

Wood, Paper

Large Antique Silver Plated Nef or 3 Mast Sailing Ship Sculpture or Centerpiece
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This large and substantial Nef is unsigned, but presumed to have originated from Germany and date
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Early 20th Century German Spanish Colonial Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Plated Cast Nef Viking Styled Ship or Galleon with Inset Cabochon Stones
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique nef was made by an unknown maker and originated from Germany from approximately 1900
Category

Early 20th Century German Spanish Colonial Serving Bowls

Materials

Stone

Antique German Solid Silver Impressive Large Neff Galleon Ship, circa 1930
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 20th century German very impressive solid silver model of a ship, called a "Nef" in the
Category

20th Century German Centerpieces

Materials

Silver

Large Silver Ship Model (Nef)
Located in Miami, FL
Large Silver Ship Model (Nef), in the form of a triple masted sailing ship, fully rigged and
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20th Century Spanish Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Large Silver Ship Model (Nef)
Large Silver Ship Model (Nef)
H 35 in W 36 in D 10 in

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Nef Ship For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the nef ship you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A nef ship — often made from metal, silver and sterling silver — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without a nef ship — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A nef ship is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Baroque and industrial styles are sought with frequency. Europa Antiques, Ludwig Neresheimer and Saint Louis each produced at least one beautiful nef ship that is worth considering.

How Much is a Nef Ship?

A nef ship can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $18,313, while the lowest priced sells for $2,700 and the highest can go for as much as $59,500.

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