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Mid-Century Era Bludworth Marine Port Pilot Loop Nautical Radio Direction Finder
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This vintage nautical direction finder was made by Bludworth Marine Mfg. of the United States in
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Nautical Photos

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Metal

Rustic Decorative Model Boat With Holes For Fishing or Large Creel, circa 1940
Located in Round Top, TX
coffee table in a lake house. Please refer to professional photos for clear understanding of color
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Mid-20th Century Hungarian Rustic Retro Nautical Photos

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Wood

Mid Century Japanese Fuji Meibo Naval Binocular Nardo Grey & Brass -Original box
By Fuji Meibo
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Fuji Photo Optical Co. Ltd Japan. These binoculars are predominantly used for viewing the horizon, the
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1950s Japanese Industrial Retro Nautical Photos

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Aluminum, Brass

Fairground Ladybug Little Boat, circa 1970
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
edit our photos to show all of our products as life-like as possible, but please understand the actual
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1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Retro Nautical Photos

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Fiberglass

Retro Fairground Ladybug Little Boat, circa 1970
Fairground Ladybug Little Boat, circa 1970
H 22.84 in W 22.84 in D 42.52 in
Royal Yacht Painting by William Bishop
Located in Norwell, MA
painted oval matting and painted ships name. Be sure to click on the close up photos. Measures: Weight
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1990s Retro Nautical Photos

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Paint

Antique Sign "Appia" Model for Società Adriatica di Navigazione, Venice, 1960s
Located in taranto, IT
miraculously functioning, as can be seen from the attached photos plastic vintage car models are visible on
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1960s Italian Retro Nautical Photos

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Plastic, Wood

Gucci Italy Chrome Picture Frame with Nautical Design
By Gucci
Located in Atlanta, GA
A sophisticated picture photo frame crafted by Italian designer Gucci. The piece boasts a chromed
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Nautical Photos

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Metal, Chrome

Mid Century Modern Nautical Landscape - Sailboats by the Wharf
Located in Soquel, CA
the overall composition. Signed "B Spencer" in the lower left edge. (see photo enhanced image
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Mid-20th Century Contemporary Retro Nautical Photos

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Watercolor, Laid Paper

Giant Brass Nautical Clam Shell Seashell on Starfish Base Planter Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Giant Brass Nautical Clam Shell seashell on starfish base planter or sculpture. 13" wide x 10.5
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1960s Hollywood Regency Retro Nautical Photos

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Brass

Italian space age Singleperson nautical ashtray by Opi Studio Cini & Nils, 1970s
By Cini & Nils
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian space age Single-person nautical safety ashtray by Opi Studio for Cini & Nils, 1970s Single
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1970s Italian Space Age Retro Nautical Photos

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Plastic

K.MASKELL Sailing Ship Original oil on Canvas Nautical Painting, Framed
Located in Framingham, MA
frame measures 28.5" x 24.5", painting measures 24" x 20". Please see the photos, they are part of the
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Late 20th Century Impressionist Retro Nautical Photos

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Oil

2 Vintage Frontgate Regatta II & VI Nautical Martime Sailboat Boat Prints
Located in Dayton, OH
their nine part Regatta wall art series.“Captivating in their simplicity, our Regatta photo
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Late 20th Century Retro Nautical Photos

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Paper

Technical Nautical Drawings Done by Rh Gibson in 1963 for Talbot Historical Scty
Located in Waxahachie, TX
Antique, original nautical blueprint drawings, a pair. Original, professional frames. 27"×13" is
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1960s American American Classical Retro Nautical Photos

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Parchment Paper

Subway 43, Black & White Photo, NYC, 1970s, Limited Edition, Train, Graffiti
By John Conn
Located in Riverdale, NY
the land and seascapes. He spent over 20 days journeying over 3,200 nautical miles in Antarctica
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1980s American Realist Retro Nautical Photos

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Photographic Paper

Hoboken 55, Black & White Photo, New Jersey, 1976, Limited Edition, School, Band
By John Conn
Located in Riverdale, NY
. He spent over 20 days journeying over 3,200 nautical miles in Antarctica before heading to Patagonia
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1970s American Realist Retro Nautical Photos

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Photographic Paper

Chanel Anchor Tie Circa 1980s
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Make waves with this rare nautical Chanel silk tie circa 1980s! All aboard into this super fun
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1980s Italian Retro Nautical Photos

Vintage Tripod Searchlight Standing Floor Lamp Late 20th Century
Located in London, GB
20th Century in date. This splendid nautical-inspired floor standing lamp is crafted with a swiveling
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Late 20th Century Retro Nautical Photos

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Other

Dino Martens Murano Sommerso Sapphire Blue Italian Art Glass Fish Sculpture
By Aureliano Toso, Dino Martens
Located in Kissimmee, FL
photo), model 6180, and a later model number 6913 is in the same shape. The fish has little blue murine
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Nautical Photos

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Glass, Ribbon, Sommerso, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass

Dino Martens Murano Sommerso Champagne Purple Italian Art Glass Fish Sculpture
By Aureliano Toso, Dino Martens
Located in Kissimmee, FL
1950s. Published in his book (see photo), model 6180, and a later model number 6913 is in the same shape
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Nautical Photos

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Glass, Ribbon, Sommerso, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass

Dino Martens Murano Sommerso Orange White Fins Italian Art Glass Fish Sculpture
By Aureliano Toso, Dino Martens
Located in Kissimmee, FL
any Nautical, Marine / Ocean theme room. Measures: 9 5/8" tall x 5 5/8" long x 3 3/8" wide. Last photo
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Nautical Photos

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Glass, Ribbon, Sommerso, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Expressionist Landscape Oil Painting - Sea Catch
Located in Bristol, GB
look perfect in a nautical-themed interior, or perhaps in a setting that is close to the sea. This oil
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Mid-20th Century Modern Retro Nautical Photos

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Oil, Canvas

Mid-Century Hammerman Bros. Gold and Diamond Cocktail Ring of Lattice Design
By Hammerman Brothers
Located in New York, NY
uniquely eye-catching take on the nautical theme! Face-up dimensions: 11/16" x 13/16"; sits 3/8" above
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1960s American Modern Retro Nautical Photos

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Hermès Pavois Blue 90 cm Silk Scarf
By Hermès, Philippe Ledoux
Located in Palm Beach, FL
. Blue background with multicultural nautical flag pattern. 100% silk. 35” square. Please review
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Late 20th Century French Retro Nautical Photos

1945 Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seascape Framed Oil Painting - Quay Cranes
Located in Bristol, GB
modernist seascape composition in oil, painted into board and dated 1945. This nautical piece depicts a
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Mid-20th Century Modern Retro Nautical Photos

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Oil, Board

1980s Vintage Yves Saint Laurent YSL Red White Black Link Rope Necklace
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a colourful nautical design rope necklace created by YSL in 1980’s. The piece features red
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Late 20th Century French Modern Retro Nautical Photos

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Enamel

Vintage 3ft model of a Riva Aquarama speedboat 20th Century
Located in London, GB
brown and white striped colour. Condition: In excellent condition, please see photos for confirmation
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Late 20th Century Retro Nautical Photos

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Other

Barbini Murano White Black Gold Fleck Italian Art Glass Seashell Sculptural Bowl
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
. Perfect for a nautical or ocean themed room. Can be used as a display piece on any table. Use it as a
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Nautical Photos

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Gold Leaf

Hans-Agne Jakobsson Table Oil Lamp in Brass and Opaline Glass, 1960s
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Esbjerg, DK
. These were initially made for a nautical/maritime themed Hotel in Göteborg. Measurements: H: 25 cm, D
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Retro Nautical Photos

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Brass

Vintage Thierry Mugler Navy Blue Jacket circa 1989
By Thierry Mugler
Located in New York, NY
dramatic lapels, and the anchor details. Mugler drew upon nautical motifs throughout his career, most
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Late 20th Century French Retro Nautical Photos

Dino Martens Murano Orange Sommerso Italian Art Glass Double Fish Sculpture
By Aureliano Toso, Dino Martens
Located in Kissimmee, FL
. Documented to designer Dino Martens for Aureliano Toso, circa 1954. Published in his book (see photo), model
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Nautical Photos

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Murano Glass, Sommerso, Ribbon, Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

Slim Aarons 'Motorboats in Antibes'
By Slim Aarons
Located in New York, NY
-Roc in Antibes on the French Riviera, August 1969. (Photo by Slim Aarons/Getty Images) The most
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1960s Modern Retro Nautical Photos

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C Print

Large Abstract Textured Cityscape w/ Sailboats by Lee Reynolds in Pastels/Grays
By Lee Reynolds
Located in Bay City, MI
description and condition area. We have tried to include as many close-up photos as possible. Should you need
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Retro Nautical Photos

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Canvas, Paint

Verdura 18ct Yellow Gold and Round Brilliant Diamond 'Regatta' Necklace
By Verdura
Located in London, GB
modern.” This lovely necklace with its nautically themed name has the casual chic air of the French
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Late 20th Century American Retro Nautical Photos

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White Diamond, 18k Gold

Untitled Abstraction
By John von Wicht
Located in Fairlawn, OH
pencil (see photo) Image: 17 x 22 inches Sheet: 25 1/4 x 29 3/4 inches Frame: 25 1/4 x 29 3/4 inches
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1960s Abstract Expressionist Retro Nautical Photos

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Watercolor

Slim Aarons 'Motorboats in Antibes'
By Slim Aarons
Located in New York, NY
-Roc in Antibes on the French Riviera, August 1969. (Photo by Slim Aarons/Getty Images) The most
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1960s Modern Retro Nautical Photos

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C Print

Slim Aarons 'Motorboats in Antibes'
By Slim Aarons
Located in New York, NY
-Roc in Antibes on the French Riviera, August 1969. (Photo by Slim Aarons/Getty Images) The most
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1960s Modern Retro Nautical Photos

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C Print

Rare Old "Cape Hattaras" Lighthouse Sculpture in Vibrant Original Colors
Located in South Burlington, VT
A hard to find tall 21 inch Nautical delight with original hand painted colors that authentically
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Late 20th Century Japanese Showa Retro Nautical Photos

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Iron

Michael McGovern Nantucket Seascape Waves Crashing Beach Oil Painting
Located in Dayton, OH
"Vintage Michael McGovern """"Foggy Morning"""" nautical seascape oil painting featuring sailboats
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Late 20th Century Retro Nautical Photos

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Canvas, Paint

Vintage Michael McGovern Nantucket Foggy Morning Boats at Harbor Oil Painting 27
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Michael McGovern ""Foggy Morning"" nautical seascape oil painting featuring sailboats
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Late 20th Century Retro Nautical Photos

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Canvas, Paint

OIL PAINTING By LOUIS DODD 20th CENTURY NAVY / MARITIME PIECE GOLD GILT FRAME
By Louis Dodd
Located in Ferndown, GB
drawing of the subject ship along with a rough outline of secondary nautical craft. These were
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Mid-20th Century Realist Retro Nautical Photos

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Oil

OIL PAINTING By LOUIS DODD 20th CENTURY NAVY / MARITIME PIECE GOLD GILT FRAME
By Louis Dodd
Located in Ferndown, GB
drawing of the subject ship along with a rough outline of secondary nautical craft. These were
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Mid-20th Century Realist Retro Nautical Photos

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Oil

Slim Aarons 'Motorboats in Antibes'
By Slim Aarons
Located in New York, NY
-Roc in Antibes on the French Riviera, August 1969. (Photo by Slim Aarons/Getty Images) The most
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1960s Modern Retro Nautical Photos

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C Print

Rare Pair Old "Cape Hattaras" Lighthouse Sculptures In Vibrant Original Colors
Located in South Burlington, VT
A rare pair (2) of these tall 21 Inch Nautical delights with original hand painted colors that
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Late 20th Century Japanese Showa Retro Nautical Photos

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Iron

Slim Aarons 'Motorboats in Antibes'
By Slim Aarons
Located in New York, NY
-Roc in Antibes on the French Riviera, August 1969. (Photo by Slim Aarons/Getty Images) The most
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1960s Modern Retro Nautical Photos

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C Print

NASA Apollo 7, Photograph from Spacecraft of Hurricane Gladys in Gulf of Mexico
By Nasa
Located in New york, NY
an altitude of 99 nautical miles, photographed is Hurricane Gladys in the Gulf of Mexico. This is
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1960s Contemporary Retro Nautical Photos

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Photographic Paper, Photographic Film

NASA, Gemini 2 View of Earth, Vintage Space Photography on Kodak Paper
By Nasa
Located in New york, NY
space at the highest point 740 nautical miles. Gemini 2 documented how spacecraft could rendezvous and
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1960s Contemporary Retro Nautical Photos

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Photographic Paper, Photographic Film

Goldfish Abstraction
By Norma Auer Adams
Located in Soquel, CA
Light Books, 2005 “Artist’s Photo Reference: Boats and Nautical Scenes”, Gary Greene, North Light Books
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1970s Abstract Expressionist Retro Nautical Photos

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Watercolor, Archival Paper

1950s Kiddie Boat Ride with Custom Chris Craft Logo Carnival Ride
By Chris Craft Boats
Located in Orange, CA
would float on water and go around in circles. We have a copy of original photo. With custom-made
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Nautical Photos

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Aluminum

Aluminium Cargo Light
Located in Brest, FR
beige (see additional photos). If you want a perfect lampshade, it will be necessary to repaint it
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1960s Canadian Retro Nautical Photos

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Aluminum

Aluminium Cargo Light
Aluminium Cargo Light
H 14.18 in Dm 16.15 in
Brass Ship Spot on Stand
Located in Brest, FR
D 39 cm See photo before polishing.
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1950s English Retro Nautical Photos

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Brass, Iron

Brass Ship Spot on Stand
Brass Ship Spot on Stand
H 72.84 in W 13.39 in D 18.12 in
Russian Ship Telegraph
Located in Brest, FR
Double sided aluminium Russian cargo ship, completely polished, see photo before restoration
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1950s Russian Retro Nautical Photos

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Aluminum

Russian Ship Telegraph
Russian Ship Telegraph
H 42.13 in W 14.97 in D 11.42 in
Brass Fluted Cargo Lights
Located in Brest, FR
Brass and cooper fluted Cargo lights with sturdy cast brackets. Signed maker, Wiska. See photo
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1950s German Retro Nautical Photos

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Brass

Brass Fluted Cargo Lights
Brass Fluted Cargo Lights
H 16.93 in Dm 12.21 in
Aluminium Small Ship Telegraph
Located in Brest, FR
polished, see photo before restoration. Measure: H 89 cm + handle 97 cm / P 15 / dial D 19 / base D 21 cm
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1950s Japanese Retro Nautical Photos

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Aluminum

Aluminium Small Ship Telegraph
Aluminium Small Ship Telegraph
H 35.04 in W 7.49 in D 5.91 in
Vintage American Miniature Pocket Nautical Sextant
By Ilon Industries
Located in Palm City, FL
another example of this item, but you can find a photo of one in Ifland's "Taking the Stars", on page 49
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1960s American Retro Nautical Photos

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Brass

Vintage MOSCHINO Peace and Love Nautical Print Quilted Skirt
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO Peace and Love Nautical Print Quilted Skirt Measurements taken laid flat, please
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1990s Italian Retro Nautical Photos

Large Sisal Frame Mirror
Located in Harbor Springs, MI
Large sisal nautical mirror. Glass is beveled, as shown in last photo. Two available.
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1970s American Retro Nautical Photos

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Mirror

Norell mod orange dress with belt
Located in San Francisco, CA
Norell mod orange dress with belt Sadly , there is moth damage, see photos.Priced as is
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1960s American Retro Nautical Photos

Selection of Nautical Photos and Art
Located in New York, NY
Shown is a selection of nautical photos and artwork. Artwork can be framed in a selection of white
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1950s American Retro Nautical Photos

Gerosa (Nautical Photo Realist Painting of Industrial Ship with Red Hook)
By Joe Richards
Located in Hudson, NY
Graphic, hyper-realist nautical themed painting of an industrial ship against bright blue 68 x 70
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1980s Photorealist Retro Nautical Photos

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Canvas, Oil

Nautical Ship's Compass Course Heading Navigational Device for Helmsman
Located in Nantucket, MA
course with nothing lost in translation. It shows numbers at 390 degrees at the time of the photo, but
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Mid-20th Century Retro Nautical Photos

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Bakelite, Teak

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Retro Nautical Photos For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of retro nautical photos available on 1stDibs. Today, if you’re looking for Photorealist editions of these works and are unable to find the perfect match for your home, our selection also includes contemporary. These items have been made for many years, with versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Retro nautical photos available on 1stDibs span a range of colors that includes black, beige, gray, red and more. There have been many well-done artworks of this subject over the years, but those made by Slim Aarons, John Conn, NASA, Norma Auer Adams and Joe Richards are often thought to be among the most beautiful. The range of these distinct pieces — often created in paper, photographic paper and paint — can elevate any room of your home.

How Much are Retro Nautical Photos?

The average selling price for retro nautical photos we offer is $1,094, while they’re typically $185 on the low end and $49,881 for the highest priced.