Ship Figurehead

accumulation of grime which we have been hesitant to clean. When mounted aboard ship, figureheads were painted

An authentic, carved wood, ship's figurehead, possibly American, which is in a style that was quite

A stunning English novelty silver oil and vinegar cruet with female ships figurehead as handle. The

A stunning vintage distressed wooden figurehead ship busts terms depicting lady, early 20th century

trade signs were often produced in the same workshops as figureheads and other ship decorations and

trade signs were often produced in the same workshops as figureheads and other ship decorations and

A carved and painted full length ship’s figurehead of a young classical woman dressed in green

Ships figurehead of a crowned lion. Deeply carved, painted finish. Overall dimensions: 45" H X 9

Early 20th Century Carved Wooden Miniature Pequot Ship's Figurehead Model, circa 1920s, a wonderful

Antique carved and decorated ship's figurehead, circa 1890, depicting a beautiful woman draped in

A very well carved Regency ships figurehead believed to off been originally from an Irish ship. The

Intriguing wooden Folk Art from a carnival or circus, representing a ship figurehead/mermaid. Hand

figurehead is a wooden decoration, often a female or animal figure, which was found on the prow of ships from

surrounding areas. It believed the figurehead was a depiction of King Alfred, the carving was vandalised

Carved and painted ship's figurehead fragment of a neoclassical woman. Finely carved with dark

Carved ships figurehead bust of a bearded seaman. The figure is dressed in period sailor attire

Carved ship figurehead of a woman wearing an elaborate gold necklace and holding a bouquet of roses

We are delighted to offer lovely pair of antique ships figurehead busts or terms in plaster A

in the form of a classic ship's figurehead, made of pine boards laminated together with back fitted

19th century oak wall bracket. The large rectangular shelf supported on three stylized ship

larger carving, perhaps a ships figurehead or for a public space. Carvings of this scale were often

Impressive proportion at over 5 foot from prow to stern Ship's figurehead features at the prow Dressed

, inspired by Greek classicism that protrude from the sides like a ship figureheads. The figures wear wreaths

Figurehead of a mermaid from a Northern European ship, circa 1820-1830. The figure is crafted from

they were placed on the ship's bow (figurehead) as an ornament.    

famous carvers of eagles. He was trained in the carving of ship's figureheads and produced them for 4 of

A fine 20th century American School hand carved folk art polychrome ship’s Lady Liberty figurehead

Figurehead and the captain’s cabin outlined in gold embroidery floss are unusual features. The ship features

masts and rigging. The ship has a large Mermaid figurehead at the bow. There are two long boats off the

ships bust or figurehead and finished with a lion's hairy paw foot A very good looking and nicely

rough waters. The ship is a converted sailing ship. A female figurehead can be seen on the brow (poetic

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely hand painted metal lamp depicting a ships bust or

net on the bow of a classical ship with a Triton figurehead blowing a trumpet.In her right hand she

after the ship. Her figurehead is on display in the foyer of the National Oceanography Centre

entrepreneurial roots as a carver of various things. Ship's decoration, including figureheads, cat's heads, stern

Gorgeous ship figurehead from the bow of an old vessel. Intricately carved woman with ornate

Handsome wood figurehead with hand-painted detailing and glass eyes. Great colors. Beautiful

Vintage Carved and Painted Miniature Ship's Figurehead of the Pequot Harpooner Tashtego (from Moby

19th Century American Carved and Decorated Ship's Figurehead, circa 1880, in the form of an elegant

Carved and painted wood from the 21 gun Frigate H.M.S. Boreas. Mounted on a wood box with identifying plaque. Nelson is shown with his short white wavy hair and dressed in the unifo...

This is a beautifully crafted large antique ship figurehead, hand carved and hand painted from the

19th century oak wall bracket. The rectangular shelf supported on two stylized ship’s figureheads

make-up and a sea-foam green sari, mounted on a pedestal base. In form this is reminiscent of a ship

. The giltwood bracket is well carved in the form of a ship's figurehead, female in form sashed and

with a gilded figurehead and the ship's nameplate Hull features brass portholes and further gilded

, Mississippi river craft, charts and maps, navigational instruments, figureheads, decorative rope, ship models

Vintage Maritime Decor Fiberglass Ship's Figurehead c.1960's The figure has weathered cracks

Exceptional carved wooden figure with blue period dress

Figurehead disassembled from a model ship on display in an Italian museum. Carved wood, covered

character and style. As with many pieces of folk sculpture, it was probably created by a ship’s figurehead

Early 19th century English hand carved massive partial ship's figurehead, depicting the head of a

Decorative ship bow figurehead from the 19th century.

important massive sconces, sculpted as a polena (ship’s prow figurehead) representing a mermaid, very finely

direction. three-dimensional carved trade signs were often produced in the same workshops as figureheads and

Introducing the home collection.  An iconic, unobtrusive design. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium....

A well carved Indian white marble Jain temple relief fragment featuring an image of a Jina, circa 12th century, Rajasthan or Gujarat, India. The Tirthankara (also called a Jina) is ...

High Jewelry by Cartier Contemporary Creations Hardcover Large Book. 1st edition. A sumptuous tribute to Cartier’s creations with spectacular new photographs of unique pieces, many o...

This antique reliquary contains a relic of Saints with paper roll telling the name in latin. It is hand made of wood, hand carved and very professional made. it can be worn or just d...

Extra Large Jurassic Ammonite Fossil 11 x 10.5 x 3.75" w/ Leafy Suture Patterns. Comes with a second, tiny (1.25 x 1 x .5) ammonite, further demonstrating the size of this one. This...

Impressive early American impressionist view of New York City oil painting by Johann Berthelsen (1883 - 1972). Framed. Oil on canvas. Signed. Image size, 12H by 16L.

A Taxidermied Tiger Skin Rug, 1960s Mounted on black felt, with glass eyes. Dimension: Length: 215 cm Width: 165 cm Height: 19 cm. Provenance: Private Australian Collector Acquire...

Large Italian clam shell. Large sculptural shell in Scagliola with natural patina, Italy, early 20th century. Dimensions: 32" W x 20" D x 9.5" H.

Rare and beautifully carved owl. This hand-carved owl is well loved by its previous owners and therefor it is still in magnificent condition. Owl sculptures of this period are rare...

A fine English honesty box or tobacco dispenser of brass from the Georgian era, circa 1820 - the rectangular brass box featuring a double-hinged lid and two compartments, one for coi...

Lucien Neuquelman, French (1909 - 1988) - Spring Walk, Year: 1938, Medium: Oil on Canvas, signed and dated lower right, Size: 13 x 9.5 in. (33.02 x 24.13 cm), Frame Size: 20.5 x ...

Susse Frers Foundry Circa 1930 Origin Francia Handmade technique It is a table bell (electrical system is missing) The bronze of the sculpture is in excellent condition. It has its ...

Period George III magnificently figured Cuban mahogany sideboard. Bowfront Original finish cleaned and waxed Beautiful patina and color Sectioned central drawer Flanking side ...

A spectacular antique French Louis XVI style gilt bronze mounted mahogany Chinese lacquered double door cabinet embellished with Chinese gilt decorated lacquered panels depicting chi...

19th Century English Gateleg dining table or wake table. The oval top raised on ring turned and block supports, each leaf having gate leg action. Solid yew wood. Wonderful patina.

Pair of Rustic Black Forest (19th Cent) walnut side chairs with floral carving and bear figure on back with faux wood carved seat and legs (1 having music box seat)