19th Century Boxed Ships Compass
Located in Norwell, MA
19th century ships compass set into a dovetailed box with sliding lid. Brass bowl compass with
1890s Ship Compass Antique
Brass
19th Century Boxed Ships Compass
Located in Norwell, MA
19th century ships compass set into a dovetailed box with sliding lid. Brass bowl compass with
Brass
19th Century Ships Compass From Amsterdam
Located in Norwell, MA
Antique ships compass with interesting Dutch lettering. Spun brass bowl with gimbal. Fitted to a
Brass
Nineteenth Century Ship's Compass by Robert Merrill
Located in Norwell, MA
Fine antique ship's compass by Robert Merrill of New York. Brass bowl on gimbal fitted to a
Brass
19th Century Wood Bowl Ship's Compass by Samuel Thaxter of Boston
Located in Norwell, MA
Early nineteenth-century wood bowl ship's compass by Samuel Thaxter & Son of 125 State Street
Brass
English Ship's Binnacle Compass of Brass with Side Burner Light
Located in Austin, TX
A fine English ship's binnacle compass of brass - a navigational instrument used for maritime
Metal, Brass
$1,500
H 25 in W 12 in D 12 in
Antique English Victorian Nautical Brass Ship Binnacle Compass Table Lamp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique English Victorian Nautical Brass Ship Binnacle Compass Table Lamp on Wooden Base. Circa
Brass
$2,590Sale Price|36% Off
H 56.5 in W 23 in D 34 in
W. Hartmann Antique Oak & Copper Ships Binnacle Nautical Maritime Compass
By A. Lietz Co.
Located in Dayton, OH
Late 19th Century Ships Binnacle by W. Hartmann. Binnacles are an important navigation tool. They
Brass, Copper
$1,175
H 10 in W 10 in D 13.5 in
Antique Copper Brass Nautical Maritime Gimbal Compass Binnacle Ship Oil Lamp 14
By Maitland Smith
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique English nautical / maritime ship / Yacht / lifeboat binnacle gimbal compass with rare
Brass
Negus Brass Ship's Binnacle on Mahogany Stand
Located in Norwell, MA
Late, 19th century ship's binnacle compass by Negus of New York. Turned, varnished mahogany Stand
Early Large Sailor's Valentine in Ebonized Case, circa 1920
Located in Nantucket, MA
inspiration for the octagonal cases came from ship’s compass boxes. Today, antique sailor's valentines remain
Shell, Wood
$4,800
H 13.63 in W 13.5 in D 1.5 in
19th Century Large Sailor's Valentine in Mahogany Case, circa 1880
Located in Nantucket, MA
inspiration for the octagonal cases came from ship’s compass boxes. Today, antique sailor's valentines remain
Shell, Wood
19th Century Double Sailor's Valentine
Located in Nantucket, MA
such as a compass rose or a heart, or a motto or sentimental message such as Love, Forget Me Not or
Shell, Mahogany
$1,069
H 12.33 in W 14.06 in D 0 in
Decorative Engraving of VOC Battle Ships Attacking Palembang in Sumatra, ca.1700
Located in Langweer, NL
a sea battle in the foreground. Below the burning city, finely engraved ships and a compass rose
Paper
Hand-Painted Italian Map Center Table, circa 1940s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
continents, seas, compass rose, sailing ships, and allegorical figures. The border is encircled with
Wood, Paint
$676Sale Price|24% Off
H 18.12 in W 22.45 in D 0.02 in
Antique Map of Peru in South America by Blaeu, circa 1645
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Peru'. Original antique map of Peru. With cartouche, compass rose, ships and
Paper
$855Sale Price|20% Off
H 21.26 in W 24.02 in D 0.02 in
Orginal Antique Sea Chart of the Western Coast of Africa, circa 1697
Located in Langweer, NL
, and soundings. North is oriented to the left. Decorated by a sailing ship, two compass roses, and a
Paper
$985
H 15.75 in W 19.49 in D 0 in
Old Map of The Southern Part of Norway, Covering the Region Around Bergen, c1650
Located in Langweer, NL
of the southern part of Norway, it covers the region around Bergen. Decorated with many ships and a
Paper
$564
H 20.48 in W 24.41 in D 0.01 in
Antique Map of the Location of the Garden of Eden and Travels of the Patriarchs
Located in Langweer, NL
cities, rivers, and mountain ranges, along with maritime features such as ships and compass roses
Paper
$1,141
H 12.8 in W 15.75 in D 0.02 in
Antique Print of the Dutch VOC Bombing Palembang, Sumatra (Indonesia), ca.1700
By Pieter Van Der Aa
Located in Langweer, NL
battle in the foreground. Below the burning city, finely engraved ships and a compass rose. The VOC
Paper
$1,141
H 15.36 in W 20.48 in D 0 in
1625 Petrus Plancius / Cloppenburg Map of the Holy Land with Biblical Vignettes
Located in Langweer, NL
cartouche, a sailing ship, and a compass rose that orients north to the left. This is the second state of
Paper
$724Sale Price|20% Off
H 18.31 in W 21.66 in D 0 in
Antique Map of Southern Norway by Janssonius, c.1650
Located in Langweer, NL
the southern part of Norway, it covers the region around Bergen. Decorated with many ships and a
Paper
$1,778Sale Price|20% Off
H 20.48 in W 24.34 in D 0 in
Map of East Friesland, The Netherlands & the Area Emden & Norden, Germany, 1635
Located in Langweer, NL
cartouche and two large coats of arms, plus elegant border details around the inset, sailing ships and a
Paper
Antique Map of Normandy by Janssonius, 1657
Located in Langweer, NL
decorative cartouche, sailing ships and compass rose. This map originates from 'Atlas Novus, Sive Theatrum
Paper
Antique Map of the Holy Land by Schut, 1710
Located in Langweer, NL
of the Holy Land embellished with sailing ships and compass rose. Dutch text on verso. Source unknown
Paper
$1,375
H 20 in W 24.88 in D 1.13 in
Cadiz Island: A Framed 17th Century Hand-colored Map from Blaeu's Atlas Major
By Joan (Johannes) Blaeu
Located in Alamo, CA
surrounding salt processing areas. Numerous sailing ships of various sizes are included in and around the
Engraving
$2,775
H 23 in W 27.75 in D 0.5 in
Plymouth, England: A Hand-Colored 17th Century Sea Chart by Captain Collins
By Captain Greenvile Collins
Located in Alamo, CA
depicts Plymouth Sound and Harbor, as well as Pline River. The chart is adorned with four sailing ships
Paper
$144Sale Price|20% Off
H 7.49 in W 9.45 in D 0 in
Antique Map of the City of Enkhuizen by Tirion, 1743
Located in Langweer, NL
Dutch legend. Decorated with compass rose, several ships and the city-arms. Artists and Engravers: Isaak
Paper
$1,275
H 22.38 in W 29 in D 0.13 in
"Nova Barbariae Descriptio", a 17th Century Hand-Colored Map of North Africa
By Johannes Janssonius
Located in Alamo, CA
crocodile and a dragon. A sailing ship and a compass rose lie within the Mediterranean. The detailed
Paper
$384
H 17.52 in W 22.45 in D 0 in
Antique Map of Friesland, Groningen and German East Friesland by Ortelius, 1603
Located in Langweer, NL
: Descriptio. 1568.' Detailed map of Friesland, the Netherlands. Includes a larger compass rose, sailing ships
Paper
$1,141
H 17.45 in W 22.72 in D 0 in
Antique Map of Friesland with Elaborate Cartouche by Mapmaker Ortelius, c.1570
Located in Langweer, NL
: Descriptio. 1568.' Detailed map of Friesland, the Netherlands. Includes a larger compass rose, sailing ships
Paper
Early 20th Century Ship Binnacle & Compass
By Henry Browne & Son Ltd Sestrel, Kelvin Bottomley & Baird 1
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
Solely made by Kelvin Bottomley & Baird, Ltd., Glasgow / London. Compass made by Henry Browne
Brass
Unavailable
H 16.93 in W 20.87 in
Ptolemaic map of NW Africa, Morocco and Algeria by Mercator - Engraving - 17th c
By Gerard Mercator
Located in Zeeland, Noord-Brabant
the Straits of Gibraltar and is decorated with two sailing ships, compass rose and a fine strapwork
Engraving
Rare Telltale Ships Compass
Located in Norwell, MA
Ship captains telltale ships compass on gimbal. Dry card compass by Van Der Voort, 34 Brewers Canal
Brass
Scottish Ship's Compass Circa 1890
Located in Norwell, MA
Nineteenth century ship's compass. The card reads "Robert Park, 14 Cathcart St., Greenock. Set into
Brass
Robert Merill & Sons Ship's Compass
Located in Norwell, MA
Mid-19th century ship's compass with dry card from Robert Merrrill and Sons, New York. Fitted to a
Brass Ships Compass, Circa 1880
Located in Norwell, MA
Late nineteenth century ships compass with gimbal mounted into a varnished wood box. Compass card
Brass
1916 Unique Large Nautical Ship Compass with Original Dial
Located in New York, NY
1916 unique large nautical ship compass with original dial. It is attached to wood plank. This item
Early 19th Century Nautical Ship Compass Box in Original Paint
Located in Los Angeles, CA
EARLY 19TH C. NAUTICAL SHIP COMPASS BOX IN ORIGINAL BLACK PAINT. SIGNED "C,HOPNER" SAN FRANCISCO
Pine
Ships Compass from Robert Merrill of New York
Located in Norwell, MA
19th century Robert Merrill compass with brass bowl and varnished wood box. Sliding lid. Brass bowl
Brass
Ships Compass from Robert Merrill of New York
Located in Norwell, MA
19th century Robert Merrill compass with brass bowl and varnished wood box. Sliding lid. Brass bowl
Brass
Antique Desk Compass, English, Oak, Maritime, Ship, Regency, circa 1830
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique desk compass. An English, oak maritime or ship's compass and dating to the
Oak
Solid Brass Hagger & Brother Yacht Boxed Compass
Located in Norwell, MA
Nineteenth century ships compass by Hagger & Brother of Baltimore, Maryland. Seven inch brass bowl
Brass
Sold
H 55.12 in W 32.29 in D 18.51 in
English Compass Ship's log, 40's, teak and brass, 19th century compass. XIX
By Ainsley South Shields
Located in Valladolid, ES
Outstanding and unique ship's navigation log, made during the Second World War, in teak wood and
Bronze, Iron
Antique Victorian Compass Pendant Fob, Ships Wheel, Sterling Silver
Located in NEWARK, GB
A fantastic antique, Victorian compass fob pendant designed as a ships wheel. This is a nice sized
Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Compass Fob Ships Wheel 9k Rose Gold Pendant Nautical Motif
Located in Torrance, CA
the compass would have been worn alongside a pocket watch. The ships wheel was a popular nautical
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Brass Compass Made in the Early 1900s Used to Check the Ship's Course
Located in Milan, IT
magnetic fields to check the ship's course. The compass is complete with compass card with 8 winds, a
Brass
Binnacle Compass 100% Original condition
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique 100% Original finish Ships Binnacle Compass house.
Brass
Brass Compass the Magnapole, Early 1900s
Located in Milan, IT
from magnetic fields to check the ship's heading. The compass is complete with a goniometric circle and
Brass
Brass Boat Compass in a Box 19th Century
Located in Norwell, MA
Highly polished 19th century boat compass by Ritchie, Boston USA. Compass card has ship chandler
Brass
1920s Antique Brass Magnetic Pocket Compass Antique Nautical Objects
Located in Milan, IT
direction of a ship, beautiful compass card with eight winds on paper complete with goniometric circle and
Brass
1917s Brass Nautical Pocket Compass Antique Marine Navigation Instrument
Located in Milan, IT
1917. It is a small compass used away from magnetic fields to check the ship's course. The compass
Brass
19th Century Double Sailor's Valentine
Located in Nantucket, MA
is generally believed that the inspiration for the octagonal cases came from ship’s compass boxes
Shell
Sold
H 9 in W 18.25 in D 1.38 in
19th Century Double Sailor's Valentine - "Home Sweet Home" circa 1870
Located in Nantucket, MA
believed that the inspiration for the octagonal cases came from ship’s compass boxes. Today, antique
Shell, Mahogany
Sold
H 8.88 in W 17.5 in D 1.25 in
Double Sailor's Valentine "Forget Me Not" Signed and Dated "Barbados, 1915"
Located in Nantucket, MA
believed that the inspiration for the octagonal cases came from ship’s compass boxes. Today, antique
Shell, Mahogany
Antique Map of Friesland with Ships and Coat of Arms, 1617
Located in Langweer, NL
deorative with ships, coats of arms, two compass roses and other decorative elements. This map originates
Paper
Sold
H 0.78 in Dm 2 in
1920s Brass Nautical Magnetic PocketCompass Antique Marine Navigation Instrument
Located in Milan, IT
magnetic fields to check the ship’s course. The compass is complete with a goniometric circle and a block
Brass
Stunning Antique Map of the Island Ceylon or Sri Lanka
By Gerard Mercator
Located in Langweer, NL
with three strapwork cartouches, a finely rendered sailing ship, a compass rose, and animals roaming
Paper
1940s 14 Karat Yellow Gold Whimsical Charm Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
elephant, a trophy dated 1937, a No Parking sign, a bell, a dog with moveable legs, a cruise ship, a
14k Gold
Hand-Colored Map of Southern Italy, circa 1720
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
of Sicily's Southern coastline. Ships, sea monsters and two compass roses capped with fleur-de-lis
French Automaton Battleship Industrial Clock
Located in New Orleans, LA
the central tower’s façade. Lastly, the capsan in the bow of the ship cleverly integrates a compass
Bronze
Antique Map of Southern Italy, Hand-Colored, circa 1720
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
coastline. Ships, sea monsters, and two compass roses capped with fleur-de-lis are detailed throughout the
Paper
Ship's Compass
Located in Pasadena, CA
Early 20th century "Boston Spherical" ship's compass in original mahogany fitted box. The compass
Brass
Nineteenth Century Ship's Compass
Located in Norwell, MA
Very early ship's compass with turned brass bowl. Fitted on a gimbal into a varnished wood box with
Brass
Mid Nineteenth Century Nickerson & Baxter Ships Compass
Located in Norwell, MA
Gimballed brass ship's compass by Boston maker Nickerson & Baxter of Boston, Massachusetts. Nice
Brass
Ships Compass by S Thaxter of Boston
Located in Norwell, MA
Nineteenth century ships compass by Samuel Thaxter of Boston. Compass card is marked with "125
Brass
Ships Compass From 19th Century
Located in Norwell, MA
Boat compass from maritime ships chandler Thomas Laughlin Co. of Portland, Maine. Polished brass
Brass
Nineteenth Century Philadelphia Ship Compass
Located in Norwell, MA
Rare marine compass with original makers label from D. Riggs & Co. Nautical Store, Philadelphia
Brass
E S Ritchie Boxed Ships Compass
Located in Norwell, MA
Boxed boat compass by E.S.Ritchie and sold by T.S. and J.D. Negus. Serial number 80625. Compass is
Brass
Blunt and Company Maritime Compass
Located in Norwell, MA
Mid-nineteenth century ships compass by Blunt and Company of New York. The Blunt name was involved
Brass
19th Century Dry Card Compass by Ritchie of Boston Dated 1863
Located in Norwell, MA
Quality ship's compass from Boston maker E.S. Ritchie. Heavy brass bowl is engraved with the
Brass
Sold
H 10.44 in W 10.63 in D 8.27 in
Vintage Ship's Binnacle Compass, English, Brass, Maritime, Navigation Aid, 1920
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a superb vintage ship's binnacle compass. An English, polished brass maritime navigation
Brass
Antique Map of Mexico by Janssonius 'circa 1640'
Located in Langweer, NL
decorative map, with fabulous armorial title cartouche, sailing ships, compass rose and smaller cartouche
Paper
Antique 9ct Gold Ships Wheel Compass Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
antique glass compass set in to a ships wheel. The nautical wheel is crafted in 9ct yellow gold & is
Gold, 9k Gold
Brass Survey Compass the Magnapole
Located in Milan, IT
away from magnetic fields to check the ship's course. The compass is complete with a goniometric circle
19th Century Sailor's Valentine
Located in Nantucket, MA
octagonal cases came from ship’s compass boxes. Measures: 9-1/4 in H x 9-1/8 in W 1-1/4 Deep each Overall
Shell, Mahogany
Sold
H 0.79 in Dm 2.09 in
1900s Brass Pocket Magnetic Vintage Compass Magnapole Antique Nautical Objects
Located in Milan, IT
away from magnetic fields to check the ship's heading. The compass is complete with protractor circle
Brass
Sold
H 11.25 in W 9.75 in D 11.5 in
Antique Copper Brass Nautical Maritime Gimbal Compass Binnacle Oil Lamp 11"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique English nautical ship / Yacht / lifeboat gimbal compass / binnacle. Copper and brass body
Brass
Sold
H 0.78 in Dm 2 in
1914 Brass Survey Nautical Pocket Compass Signed Magnapole by Negretti & Zambra
Located in Milan, IT
small compass used away from magnetic fields to check the ship’s course. The compass is complete with a
Brass
Turn of the Century Double Sailor's Valentine
Located in Nantucket, MA
such as a compass rose or a heart, or a motto or sentimental message such as Love, Forget Me Not or
Wood
Antique Map of Iceland by Blaeu, circa 1640
By Willem Blaeu
Located in Langweer, NL
monsters, sailing ships, decorative cartouches, compass rose and the spectacular landscape of Iceland
Paper
Antique Map of Europe by N. Visscher, circa 1660
Located in Langweer, NL
ships, monsters and compass roses adorning the seas. In the lower right hand corner of the map a
Antique Map of Portugal by W. Blaeu, 1650
Located in Langweer, NL
ships at sea, ornamental compass and Neptune riding a sea monster. German text on verso. Published by W
Paper
Antique Bible Map of the Holy Land by A. Schut, 1743
Located in Langweer, NL
Very detailed and decorative map of the Holy Land embellished with sailing ships and compass rose
Sold
H 13.75 in W 5.75 in D 3.5 in
2 Antique Nautical Marine Brass Gimbal Swivel Hurricane Candle Holder Sconces
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of 19th century brass nautical / maritime / marine / railway / sailing ship's swiveling
Brass
Sold
H 18.9 in W 24.22 in D 0.01 in
Map of Florida, Louisiana and the Bahamas – Set of Rare French Sea Charts, 1777
Located in Langweer, NL
, reflects the map’s maritime purpose, essential for navigation. The inclusion of sailing ships and a large
Paper
Pair of Painted Copper Pendant Lights, Former Ship Compasses, circa 1910
Located in Ulft, Gelderland
These Industrial copper pendant lights are former ship compasses, manufactured circa 1910. We have
Copper
BRONZE AND WOOD SHIP COMPASS
Located in Round Top, TX
With Pedestal
Brass, Steel
American Victorian Ship and Lighthouse in a Bottle
Located in Queens, NY
American/English (19/20th Cent) sailing ship with 4 masts and a light house in a bulbous shaped glass bottle on a green wood base.
Glass
$19,227
H 145.67 in W 45.28 in D 19.69 in
A French wooden neo-Gothic steeple with niche for saint statue, ca. 1800
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1800 / Neo-Gothic steeple with niche for saint statue / wood / Neo-Gothic / 19t century A very rare and large antique Neo-Gothic church steeple with niche for saint statue....
Wood
$171Sale Price|35% Off
H 7.68 in W 10.63 in D 0.01 in
Antique Print of Chinese Torture or Punishment of the Rack, 1859
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Chinese Punishment of the Rack'. Print of Chinese punishment of the rack. The rack is a torture device consisting of a rectangular, usually wooden frame. This p...
Paper
"EROTIC II"
Located in New York, US
Signed by artist, Artist's Proof Silkscreen print on paper Bob Stanley (b. 1932 - d. 1997 New York, United States), an American painter renowned for his gritty depictions on canvas...
Paper
$171Sale Price|35% Off
H 8.47 in W 10.83 in D 0 in
Original Antique Print of Chinese Street Punishments, 1859
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'No.1 Street Punishments'. Print of Chinese street punishments. Shows a prisoner, his arms bound and flags attached to his ears, walking to the left down a s...
Paper
Antique Print of Cangue or Tcha Punishment in China, '1834'
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'La Cangué - Pieds de Dames - Le Tcha'. Three views on one sheet depicting cangue or tcha punishment and feet of Chinese ladies. This print originates from 'Voya...
Paper
$268,117
H 57 in W 30 in D 31.5 in
One-of-a-kind 1851 Great Exhibition Carved Armchair by Arthur Jones of Dublin
Located in London, GB
*Winner of the 2022 Masterpiece Fair Furniture Highlight* The 1851 Great Exhibition Carved Bog Yew Armchair by Arthur Jones of Dublin Carved entirely from Irish bog yew wood, ...
Upholstery, Yew
Scottish Early 20th C. Pond Yacht
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This charming antique “pond yacht” from Scotland will appeal to the sailor, the toy collector, the kid-at-heart types alike for the sporty and realistic qualities of the miniature sa...
Metal
19th Century Japanese Shunga Hand-Scroll, Katsukawa School
Located in Kyoto, JP
Shunga Unknown artist Meiji era, circa 1880 Hand-scroll mounted with 12 paintings Ink, pigment and gofun on silk Dimensions: Each image measures H. 23.2 cm x W. 34...
Silk
$124Sale Price|20% Off
H 6.3 in W 9.45 in D 0.01 in
Antique Handcolored Print of Punishment with a Cangue in China, 1844
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Chine - Supplice du Tcha ou Kangue'. View of corporal punishment with a cangue (or tcha). The cangue is a device that was used for public humiliation and corpor...
Paper
Vintage Pond Yacht
Located in Norwell, MA
Wooden pond yacht with natural finish and painted white above the waterline. Linen sails, blue deck. 70" long x 11 1/2" wide x 78" high
Brass, Lead
$130,986
H 47.25 in Dm 35.44 in
Original Documented Otto Wagner's Private Belonging Dining Room Chandelier
By Otto Wagner, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Chandelier for the private dining room in Otto Wagners famous "Erste Villa Wagner," Hüttelbergstrasse, Vienna similar to the crown-rim of the Romanic and Gothic period (see also Jarm...
Brass, Bronze
19th Century English Travelling Dressing Case
By Edward & John Barnard
Located in London, GB
A mid-19th century lady’s travelling dressing case. The case is constructed in a finely marked coromandel, with inset brass handles and brass guard bands to the angles. The hinged l...
Silver
$192,396Sale Price|20% Off
H 28 in Dm 18 in
A beautiful Celestial Table Globe produced by Gerard & Leonard Valk
By Gerard and Leonard Valk
Located in ZWIJNDRECHT, NL
A magnificent and very rare early 18th century celestial table globe produced by Gerard and Leonard Valk. Established at the end of the previous century by Gerard Valk, and assisted ...
Other
Neo-Gothic style preaching pulpit in oak
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Pulpit in oak with double flight of stairs richly carved with monsters.
Oak
$34,849
H 90.95 in W 179.14 in D 224.41 in
Louis XVI Style Panelling with Fireplace and a Marine Scene, Oil on Canvas
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
This paneled room is composed of a stone fireplace, a large glass door with four leaves, a single door (both with their frame) and a large oil on canvas depicting a marine scene sign...
Stone
Produced in 1843, the well-preserved volume is evidence of the author's exacting specifications.
New or old, the coverlets add old-time charm to any space.
Get into the games! These items celebrate the events, athletes, host countries and sporting spirit.
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