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Folk Art Ship Model
Folk Art Ship Model

Folk Art Ship Model

Located in Doylestown, PA

A naive Folk Art ship model in carved wood with fabric sails and elaborate rigging, American, circa 1900.

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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Nautical Objects

Materials

Wood

Large Antique Victorian Ship Diorama, Cased Maritime Folk Art Model, 19th C.
Large Antique Victorian Ship Diorama, Cased Maritime Folk Art Model, 19th C.

Large Antique Victorian Ship Diorama, Cased Maritime Folk Art Model, 19th C.

Located in Bristol, GB

ANTIQUE SHIP DIORAMA A scratch built folk art model of a three masted British ship, possibly a barque rigged clipper hybrid.

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Antique 19th Century British Folk Art Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

A folk art diorama model passenger ship in a bottle English circa 1930
A folk art diorama model passenger ship in a bottle English circa 1930

A folk art diorama model passenger ship in a bottle English circa 1930

Located in Central England, GB

This early 20th century ship in a bottle diorama is of a rarer subject being an early large steam ocean going passenger liner set in a scene just off the shoreline with a lighthouse ...

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Mid-20th Century British Folk Art Nautical Objects

Materials

Glass

Early 20th Century English folk art scratch-built ship model of S.V Liverpool
Early 20th Century English folk art scratch-built ship model of S.V Liverpool

Early 20th Century English folk art scratch-built ship model of S.V Liverpool

Located in London, GB

Early 20th Century English folk art scratch-built ship model of S.V Liverpool One of the best examples we have uncovered, an early 20th Century example of an English folk art scrat...

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Vintage 1920s British Folk Art Nautical Objects

Materials

Metal

19th Century English Folk Art Encased Ship Diorama
19th Century English Folk Art Encased Ship Diorama

19th Century English Folk Art Encased Ship Diorama

Located in London, GB

19th Century Folk Art Encased Ship Diorama A delightful and highly decorated example of a late 19th century English folk art ships model diorama.

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Antique 19th Century British Folk Art Nautical Objects

Materials

Glass, Wood

Early 20th Century Folk Art Scratch Built Ship
Early 20th Century Folk Art Scratch Built Ship

Early 20th Century Folk Art Scratch Built Ship

Located in London, GB

Early 20th Century Folk Art Scratch Built Ship Without doubt, one of the nicest examples of an early 20th Century English folk art ship model named Victoria.

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Vintage 1920s British Folk Art Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

20th Century Diorama Folk Art Three Mast Model Ship in a Bottle English, C 1930
20th Century Diorama Folk Art Three Mast Model Ship in a Bottle English, C 1930

20th Century Diorama Folk Art Three Mast Model Ship in a Bottle English, C 1930

Located in Central England, GB

A fine Diorama Folk Art Model ship in a bottle This skilfully made diorama of a three-mast early 19th century sailing ship at harbour with a raised landscape behind and cottages s...

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20th Century English Folk Art Nautical Objects

Materials

Glass

Folk Art Paddle Wheel Ship Model, Handcrafted Copper & Hardwood, 1950s
Folk Art Paddle Wheel Ship Model, Handcrafted Copper & Hardwood, 1950s

Folk Art Paddle Wheel Ship Model, Handcrafted Copper & Hardwood, 1950s

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

3-427 Folk Art hand made paddle wheel ship model Model was made by a 80 year old man from Long Island NY Beautifully detailed 18" to top of mast.

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Vintage 1950s North American Models and Miniatures

Materials

Copper

Antique Folk Art Hand-Carved Ships
Antique Folk Art Hand-Carved Ships

Antique Folk Art Hand-Carved Ships

Located in Asbury Park, NJ

Two hand whittled ships with exceptional detail from the early 20th century, found in New Jersey.

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Vintage 1930s American American Craftsman Models and Miniatures

Materials

Wood

Wooden Model Sailing Ship by J. Romero
Wooden Model Sailing Ship by J. Romero

Wooden Model Sailing Ship by J. Romero

Located in Highland, IN

A wonderful piece of folk art, this wooden sailing ship crafted by J. Romero (signed on the base) is intricately detailed, and the finely crafted rope rigging is particularly compell...

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Vintage 1970s American Folk Art Nautical Objects

Materials

String, Wood

Pair of Carved Wood Iron Ship Half Hull Models
Pair of Carved Wood Iron Ship Half Hull Models

Pair of Carved Wood Iron Ship Half Hull Models

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Impressive pair of mirror image antique half hull models crafted in pine, paint decorated, and faithfully rendered in form to early iron ship hull designs and mounted on mahogany pla...

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Early 20th Century English Victorian Nautical Objects

Materials

Mahogany, Pine

Large Danish Maple and Mahogany Pond Yacht Ship Model
Large Danish Maple and Mahogany Pond Yacht Ship Model

Large Danish Maple and Mahogany Pond Yacht Ship Model

Located in Kastrup, DK

Large elegant wooden pond yacht ship model in maple and mahogany. High quality, hand-built. Deck fitted with small screws. Denmark 1920-1930. Very decorative and beautifully exe...

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Early 20th Century Danish Other Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

Decorative "New England" Wood and Brass Model of a Classic Schooner Ship, 1981
Decorative "New England" Wood and Brass Model of a Classic Schooner Ship, 1981

Decorative "New England" Wood and Brass Model of a Classic Schooner Ship, 1981

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Decorative "New England" Classic Schooner Ship Model signed: Biff Abell, 02184, 04 / 1981, # 32 02184 / Braintree, Massachusetts, USA Minimalist Wood and Brass Ship Model on a Blac...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

Steam Yacht "Corsair" of 1930, Ship Model in Wood Display Case with Table
Steam Yacht "Corsair" of 1930, Ship Model in Wood Display Case with Table

Steam Yacht "Corsair" of 1930, Ship Model in Wood Display Case with Table

Located in Norwell, MA

Steam yacht model of J.P. Morgan's "Corsair IV" mounted into a custom glass and mahogany display case with table. This model is outfitted with raised paneled mahogany cab...

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20th Century Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

19th Century Diorama of Sailing Ship ‘Eleanor’
19th Century Diorama of Sailing Ship ‘Eleanor’

19th Century Diorama of Sailing Ship ‘Eleanor’

Located in Dublin 8, IE

19th Century diorama of the sailing ship ‘Eleanor’ in original glazed case. Painted antique shadowbox diorama of a three-masthead clipper ship along with tender dinghy sailing alo...

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Antique 19th Century Folk Art Models and Miniatures

Materials

Glass, Wood

Early 20th Century Scratch build folk-art ship model
Early 20th Century Scratch build folk-art ship model

Early 20th Century Scratch build folk-art ship model

Located in London, GB

Early 20th Century Scratch build folk-art ship model Stood on a hand-crafted gesso painted sea effect, which is framed by an ebonised pine base.

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Vintage 1920s Unknown Folk Art Nautical Objects

Materials

Pine

Folk Art Ship Model of a Steamship
Folk Art Ship Model of a Steamship

Folk Art Ship Model of a Steamship

Located in Norwell, MA

Charming model of a coastal steamship set into clay waves and a felt lined glass and wood display case. Intricate model with exceptional cabin detail with arch top windows, skylights...

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Vintage 1920s Nautical Objects

Materials

Wood

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1900s Folk Art Ship Model

1900s Folk Art Ship Model

Unavailable

H 16.75 in W 23.75 in D 3.5 in

1900s Folk Art Ship Model

Located in Chicago, IL

1900s Folk Art ship model

Category

Antique Early 1900s American Primitive Nautical Objects

Materials

Iron

Antique Builder's Half Hull Nautical Folk Art Ship Model
Antique Builder's Half Hull Nautical Folk Art Ship Model

Antique Builder's Half Hull Nautical Folk Art Ship Model

Located in Palm City, FL

Presented is a large size builder's model of a whaleship of mid 19th Century design that was made to commemorate the launch of the whaling schooner Addie M. Chadwick in East Boston, ...

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Antique 19th Century American Nautical Objects

USS Constitution Ship Model
USS Constitution Ship Model

USS Constitution Ship Model

Unavailable

H 35 in W 48 in D 15 in

USS Constitution Ship Model

Located in Sheffield, MA

Ship Model of USS Constitution, restored in the Boston Navy yard, Charlestown Ma. C.1865-1871.Very detailed piece in beautiful condition.

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Antique 19th Century American More Folk Art

Materials

Wood, Cord, Paint

Gulet Model Ship, Museum Quality
Gulet Model Ship, Museum Quality

Gulet Model Ship, Museum Quality

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H 26 in W 6 in D 25 in

Gulet Model Ship, Museum Quality

Located in Bafra, 55

This wooden sailboat model is mesmerizing with its handmade craftsmanship. The use of linden and mahogany trees adds a graceful touch. The result of long hours of work, this stunning...

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20th Century Turkish Arts and Crafts Nautical Objects

Materials

Wood

Santa Lucia Model Ship, Museum Quality
Santa Lucia Model Ship, Museum Quality

Santa Lucia Model Ship, Museum Quality

Unavailable

H 21 in W 6 in D 28 in

Santa Lucia Model Ship, Museum Quality

Located in Bafra, 55

The handmade, historical Santa Lucia model ship is a sailboat made of mahogany and eucalyptus wood. At a length of 28 inches and a height of 20.7 inches, this beautiful ship has been...

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Antique 17th Century Turkish Arts and Crafts Nautical Objects

Materials

Wood

Trireme Greek Model Ship, Museum Quality
Trireme Greek Model Ship, Museum Quality

Trireme Greek Model Ship, Museum Quality

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H 12 in W 5 in D 26 in

Trireme Greek Model Ship, Museum Quality

Located in Bafra, 55

This historical ancient Greek trireme ship model is made of high-quality wood and handcrafted with great care and effort. At 26.3 inches in length, 5.1 inches in width, and 11.8 inch...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Turkish Arts and Crafts Nautical Objects

Materials

Wood

Panart Lancia Model Ship, Museum Quality
Panart Lancia Model Ship, Museum Quality

Panart Lancia Model Ship, Museum Quality

Unavailable

H 22.8 in W 7 in D 22.8 in

Panart Lancia Model Ship, Museum Quality

Located in Bafra, 55

This handmade, sailboat model is truly a special piece. The graceful touches of mahogany and laurel wood make it aesthetically beautiful. Its length of 23 inches and width of 7 inche...

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Antique 17th Century Turkish Arts and Crafts Nautical Objects

Materials

Wood

Smyrna Boat Model Ship, Museum Quality
Smyrna Boat Model Ship, Museum Quality

Smyrna Boat Model Ship, Museum Quality

Unavailable

H 18 in W 6 in D 30 in

Smyrna Boat Model Ship, Museum Quality

Located in Bafra, 55

This handmade wooden sailboat model from linden and mahogany trees is of high quality design. Measuring 30 inches in length, 6 inches in width, and 18.5 in height, this boat will app...

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Antique 18th Century Turkish Arts and Crafts Nautical Objects

Materials

Wood

Santa Maria Model Ship, Museum Quality
Santa Maria Model Ship, Museum Quality

Santa Maria Model Ship, Museum Quality

Unavailable

H 31.5 in W 6 in D 31.5 in

Santa Maria Model Ship, Museum Quality

Located in Bafra, 55

This stunning, handcrafted Santa Maria ship made of natural mahogany and laurel trees will captivate you with its stunning details. Measuring 31.5 inches in length, 31.5 inches in he...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Turkish Arts and Crafts Nautical Objects

Materials

Wood

Encased  Model Of HMS Victory Ship
Encased  Model Of HMS Victory Ship

Encased Model Of HMS Victory Ship

Unavailable

H 20 in W 31 in D 15 in

Encased Model Of HMS Victory Ship

By William Trochini

Located in Bedford, NY

HAND MADE WOOD MODEL OF HMS VICTORY - FROM BATTLE OF TRAFALGER- THE SHIP ADMIRAL NELSON COMMANDED- MADE BY WILLIAM TROCHINI; MONTREAL 1991-METAL AND GLASS CASE

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Late 20th Century Canadian Nautical Objects

Materials

Metal

Sterling and Gold Plate Model Ship
Sterling and Gold Plate Model Ship

Sterling and Gold Plate Model Ship

Unavailable

H 6 in W 5 in

Sterling and Gold Plate Model Ship

Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA

Sterling and gold plated replica ship "Intrepid," one of a series commemorating the Americas Cup, signed by the South American artist, Janna. Mounted on wooden plaque.

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Vintage 1970s Nautical Objects

Sterling and Gold Plate Model Ship
Sterling and Gold Plate Model Ship

Sterling and Gold Plate Model Ship

Unavailable

H 4.5 in W 6 in

Sterling and Gold Plate Model Ship

Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA

Sterling and gold plated replica ship "USS Constitution," one of a series commemorating the Americas Cup, signed by the South American artist, Janna. Mounted on wooden plaque.

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Vintage 1970s Nautical Objects

Sterling and Gold Plate Model Ship
Sterling and Gold Plate Model Ship

Sterling and Gold Plate Model Ship

Unavailable

H 9.5 in W 6.5 in

Sterling and Gold Plate Model Ship

Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA

Sterling and gold plated replica ship "J Boat," one of a series commemorating the Americas Cup, signed by the South American artist Janna. Mounted on wooden plaque.

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Vintage 1970s Nautical Objects

Fantastic Model Ship in Wood and Glass Display 'Gourock', circa 1960
Fantastic Model Ship in Wood and Glass Display 'Gourock', circa 1960

Fantastic Model Ship in Wood and Glass Display 'Gourock', circa 1960

Located in Megeve, FR

Huge model of the Princess Elisabeth Boat marked Gourock on display, in excellent condition.

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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Nautical Objects

20th Century Silver Bounty Sailing Ship Model Artisan Made Florence Italy, 1970s
20th Century Silver Bounty Sailing Ship Model Artisan Made Florence Italy, 1970s

20th Century Silver Bounty Sailing Ship Model Artisan Made Florence Italy, 1970s

Located in Firenze, FI

Silver bounty sailing ship model Realized in Florence around 1970s Hand-made, excellent work and manufacture and details Wooden base - excellent overall condition.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Nautical Objects

Materials

Silver

An Original Ship Builders Model of a British WW II MTB Boat
An Original Ship Builders Model of a British WW II MTB Boat

An Original Ship Builders Model of a British WW II MTB Boat

By Thorneycroft

Located in Miami, FL

An Original Ship Builders Model of a British WW II MTB Boat, signed on builders plaque Thorneycroft.

Category

Vintage 1940s British Nautical Objects

Materials

Wood, Glass

Large Danish Scratch-Built Folk Art Model Ship
Large Danish Scratch-Built Folk Art Model Ship

Large Danish Scratch-Built Folk Art Model Ship

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H 27.96 in W 44.89 in D 5.91 in

Large Danish Scratch-Built Folk Art Model Ship

Located in London, GB

An absolutely charming and totally scratch-built ship from Denmark, circa 1950’s. A whimsical piece of folk art. Signed but difficult to read. Accurate sails and rigging. Fascinatin...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Folk Art Nautical Objects

Materials

Teak

Three-Masted Folk Art Ship Model
Three-Masted Folk Art Ship Model

Three-Masted Folk Art Ship Model

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H 44 in W 53 in D 20 in

Three-Masted Folk Art Ship Model

Located in Norwell, MA

Classic antique merchant schooner with old paint. Details include hatches, cabins, etc., measure: 53 x 20 x 44.

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20th Century Nautical Objects

Early 20th Century Folk-art Ships Diorama Model
Early 20th Century Folk-art Ships Diorama Model

Early 20th Century Folk-art Ships Diorama Model

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H 12.5 in W 30.5 in D 6.5 in

Early 20th Century Folk-art Ships Diorama Model

Located in London, GB

Early 20th Century Folk-art Ships Diorama Model A highly decorative hand-crafted example of an early 20th Century scratch built folk art ships diorama.

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Vintage 1930s European Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Early 20th Century Folk Art Votive Ship Model
Early 20th Century Folk Art Votive Ship Model

Early 20th Century Folk Art Votive Ship Model

Located in London, GB

Early 20th century Folk Art Votive Ship Model An early 20th century Folk Art votive ship model.

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Vintage 1920s Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Folk Art Painted Wood Ship Model Early 20th Century
Folk Art Painted Wood Ship Model Early 20th Century

Folk Art Painted Wood Ship Model Early 20th Century

Located in Wiscasset, ME

Handmade painted wood model of a schooner, found in Maine.

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Vintage 1920s American Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Large Early 20th Century English Scratch Built / Folk Art Ship Model
Large Early 20th Century English Scratch Built / Folk Art Ship Model

Large Early 20th Century English Scratch Built / Folk Art Ship Model

Located in London, GB

Large Early 20th Century English Scratch Built / Folk Art Ship Model A highly decorative and exceptionally well hand-crafted example of an early 20th Century English folk art ship m...

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Early 20th Century British Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Pine

Handmade Vintage French Folk Art Pirate's Ship Model on Stand
Handmade Vintage French Folk Art Pirate's Ship Model on Stand

Handmade Vintage French Folk Art Pirate's Ship Model on Stand

Located in Highwood, IL

Highly detailed handmade vintage French wooden pirate's ship. This awesome model would add loads of character and charm wherever it might be used. Striking utilized on a bookshelf, i...

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Vintage 1950s French Nautical Objects

Materials

Wood

Pair 19th Century Half Block Ship Models Naval Maritime Folk Art
Pair 19th Century Half Block Ship Models Naval Maritime Folk Art

Pair 19th Century Half Block Ship Models Naval Maritime Folk Art

Located in Lowestoft, GB

A pair of pine 19th Century half block ship models, each possessives a wonderful chestnut colour from years of handling old varnishes and waxing. Each block is numbered 557 & 26, an...

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Nautical Objects

Materials

Pine

Scratch-Built Ship Model, Circa 1900
Scratch-Built Ship Model, Circa 1900

Scratch-Built Ship Model, Circa 1900

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H 22.5 in W 36 in D 7 in

Scratch-Built Ship Model, Circa 1900

Located in Doylestown, PA

A wonderful scratch-built ship model of a steam-sailer with full rigging, on a stand, circa 1890

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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Nautical Objects

Materials

Wood

Antique Ship Model
Antique Ship Model

Antique Ship Model

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H 10.5 in W 11 in D 3 in

Antique Ship Model

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique continental silver (800) "Neff" ship model.

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Antique 19th Century Nautical Objects

Materials

Silver

Fine Clipper Ship Model
Fine Clipper Ship Model

Fine Clipper Ship Model

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H 26 in W 35 in D 15 in

Fine Clipper Ship Model

Located in Norwell, MA

Fine clipper ship model of the "Nightingale" by noted model builder William Hitchcock. Planked hull with copper sheathing. Cabin roofs and hatches are trimmed in bone. Measures: 35" ...

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20th Century Nautical Objects

Early 20th Century English Scratch Built Zinc Ship Model
Early 20th Century English Scratch Built Zinc Ship Model

Early 20th Century English Scratch Built Zinc Ship Model

Located in London, GB

Scratch built zinc ship model We are proud to offer one of the most decorative and artistic examples of an early 20th century scratch built folk-art model of a ship.

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Vintage 1920s British Folk Art Nautical Objects

Materials

Zinc

Unusual Full Hull Ship Model With Terrific Form And Surface
Unusual Full Hull Ship Model With Terrific Form And Surface

Unusual Full Hull Ship Model With Terrific Form And Surface

Located in York County, PA

Unusual full hull ship model in its original salmon paint. The beautifully sculptural form and the lightly crazed surface both score a solid “10”, resulting in the most attractive ha...

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Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Nautical Objects

Model Clipper Ship ‘Flying Cloud’
Model Clipper Ship ‘Flying Cloud’

Model Clipper Ship ‘Flying Cloud’

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H 35 in W 47 in D 12 in

Model Clipper Ship ‘Flying Cloud’

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

A finely-detailed, hand-built, model of the famous New York clipper ship, ‘Flying Cloud’, featuring meticulously-reproduced rigging complete with hundreds of dead-eyes and blocks, th...

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Mid-20th Century American Nautical Objects

Materials

Cane, Ebony, Fruitwood, Oak

Detailed Antique Copper Ship Model
Detailed Antique Copper Ship Model

Detailed Antique Copper Ship Model

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H 10 in W 55 in D 6 in

Detailed Antique Copper Ship Model

Located in Sag Harbor, NY

This is a beautiful unique one-of-a-kind copper ship, hand crafted from carved wood, copper and a brass propeller. The details are incredible, from the wire railing to the carved woo...

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Early 20th Century American Nautical Objects

Materials

Copper

Very Decorative Antique Ship Model with Beautiful Wear and Tear
Very Decorative Antique Ship Model with Beautiful Wear and Tear

Very Decorative Antique Ship Model with Beautiful Wear and Tear

Located in Beerse, VAN

Beautiful antique ship model made of different types of painted wood. It was most likely made as a toy as we can tell by the less detailed construction that mainly gives a general im...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Folk Art Nautical Objects

Materials

Wood

Early 20th Century Carved Wooden Miniature Pequot Ship's Figurehead Model
Early 20th Century Carved Wooden Miniature Pequot Ship's Figurehead Model

Early 20th Century Carved Wooden Miniature Pequot Ship's Figurehead Model

Located in Nantucket, MA

Early 20th Century Carved Wooden Miniature Pequot Ship's Figurehead Model, circa 1920s, a wonderful folk art carving of a Pequot-Mohican Indian in the form of a ship's figurehead: th...

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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Nautical Objects

Materials

Pine

Painted Wood Relief Model of a Three-Mast Ship, 20th Century
Painted Wood Relief Model of a Three-Mast Ship, 20th Century

Painted Wood Relief Model of a Three-Mast Ship, 20th Century

Located in Buchanan, MI

A painted wood relief model of a three-mast ship 20th century With a plaque reading Oriol 1884, in a shadowbox frame. Measures: 26 1/2 x 13 1/2 inches (framed). We also have numerou...

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Antique 19th Century Folk Art Nautical Objects

Materials

Canvas

Antique Ship Model of a Clipper
Antique Ship Model of a Clipper

Antique Ship Model of a Clipper

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H 35 in W 48 in D 14 in

Antique Ship Model of a Clipper

Located in Norwell, MA

Antique ship model of the clippership "Lightning" by Rosenquist. Measures: 48" long x 14" deep x 35" high.

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Vintage 1920s Nautical Objects

Circa 1900s Tall Wood Model Ship
Circa 1900s Tall Wood Model Ship

Circa 1900s Tall Wood Model Ship

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H 22.5 in W 40 in D 4.25 in

Circa 1900s Tall Wood Model Ship

Located in Troy, MI

This circa 1900s wooden model ship was found in England. It is over 22" tall and is made with incredible detail. Four masts, rigging, cloth sails and a wooden display stand.

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Early 20th Century English Nautical Objects

Materials

Wood, String, Fabric

Builder's Model of a Cargo Ship
Builder's Model of a Cargo Ship

Builder's Model of a Cargo Ship

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H 29 in W 71 in D 18 in

Builder's Model of a Cargo Ship

Located in Norwell, MA

Six foot builder's model of the motor cargo ship East Lynn, built for Sir William Reardon Smith and Sons, Ltd, Cardiff by William Doxford & Sons ltd., Sunderland. Measures: 71&qu...

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Antique 19th Century Nautical Objects

Builder's Half Hull Model of a Ship with 12 Hardwood Lifts
Builder's Half Hull Model of a Ship with 12 Hardwood Lifts

Builder's Half Hull Model of a Ship with 12 Hardwood Lifts

Located in Stamford, CT

A large 19th century builder's half hull model of a ship with 12 hardwood lifts. FW 1570.

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Antique Late 19th Century American Folk Art Nautical Objects

Materials

Wood

Model of J. Pierpont Morgan's American Sham Yacht "Corsair II"
Model of J. Pierpont Morgan's American Sham Yacht "Corsair II"

Model of J. Pierpont Morgan's American Sham Yacht "Corsair II"

By Lannen Ship Gallery, J. Beavor Webb

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Labelled 'Corsair-1899', flagship of the New York yacht club. Designer: J. Beavor Webb, Builder: Neafie & Levy. Model by Lannan Ship Model Gallery, Boston. Painted wood with metal st...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Nautical Objects

19th Century American Builder's Model of a Ship in Laminated Mahogany Layers
19th Century American Builder's Model of a Ship in Laminated Mahogany Layers

19th Century American Builder's Model of a Ship in Laminated Mahogany Layers

Located in Stamford, CT

19th century American builder's model of a ship in mahogany done in many laminated layers together. # 1523.

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Antique Late 19th Century American Folk Art Nautical Objects

Materials

Wood

19th Century Large Ship Builder’s Half Hull Model of the Flying Dragon
19th Century Large Ship Builder’s Half Hull Model of the Flying Dragon

19th Century Large Ship Builder’s Half Hull Model of the Flying Dragon

Located in Nantucket, MA

Hull built up with 19 lifts with alternating woods, mounted on the original blue painted backboard with later gilded molding. The ship was built by Trufant & Drummond, in Bath, Maine...

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Antique Mid-19th Century American Folk Art Nautical Objects

Materials

Wood, Mahogany

Model Ship "Hero, " by Kenneth Britten, in Freestanding Glass Case
Model Ship "Hero, " by Kenneth Britten, in Freestanding Glass Case

Model Ship "Hero, " by Kenneth Britten, in Freestanding Glass Case

By Kenneth Britten

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

This model was hand-built by artist Kenneth Britten in 1999 and depicts the English “Smack” hero. The model’s dimensions are 44" L x 41 1/4" H x 17 1/2" W for a scale of 3/8" 1'. T...

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20th Century American Nautical Objects

Materials

Metal

Mid-20th Century English Model of a Ship Wreck in a Bottle
Mid-20th Century English Model of a Ship Wreck in a Bottle

Mid-20th Century English Model of a Ship Wreck in a Bottle

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Mid-20th century model of a ship wreck in a bottle, English. Haig & Haig printed & in the glass. Greyish glass. An American ship dashed against a French Village on a rocky coast. Ver...

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Mid-20th Century English Folk Art Models and Miniatures

Materials

Felt, Glass, Wood, Paint

Outstanding Nautical Half Hull Model of Sister Ships, Santa Rosa and Columbia
Outstanding Nautical Half Hull Model of Sister Ships, Santa Rosa and Columbia

Outstanding Nautical Half Hull Model of Sister Ships, Santa Rosa and Columbia

Located in Stamford, CT

An outstanding half hull model of sister ships Santa Rosa and Columbia (300' steam/sail vessels) from the famous Scottish shipbuilders Laird Brothers, Birkenhead.

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Antique 1870s Nautical Objects

Vintage Large 84" USS Nimitz CVN-68 Aircraft Carrier Navy Military Model Ship 37
Vintage Large 84" USS Nimitz CVN-68 Aircraft Carrier Navy Military Model Ship 37

Vintage Large 84" USS Nimitz CVN-68 Aircraft Carrier Navy Military Model Ship 37

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. HUGE Vintage 84" Long USS Nimitz CVN-68 Aircraft Carrier Navy Military Model Ship "37...

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Late 20th Century Unknown Other Nautical Objects

Materials

Fiberglass, Wood

Early 19th C Royal William 1:48 Scale Model Ship Naval Prov Russell-Cotes Museum
Early 19th C Royal William 1:48 Scale Model Ship Naval Prov Russell-Cotes Museum

Early 19th C Royal William 1:48 Scale Model Ship Naval Prov Russell-Cotes Museum

Located in Lowestoft, GB

A scarce 1:48 scale admiralty board model of the 100 gun first rate ship of the line Royal William as result to the 1719 establishment in totally untouched original condition. The...

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Antique Early 19th Century English Nautical Objects

Materials

Pine

Early 20th Century English Folk Art Scratch Built Ship Model Thunder
Early 20th Century English Folk Art Scratch Built Ship Model Thunder

Early 20th Century English Folk Art Scratch Built Ship Model Thunder

Located in London, GB

Early 20th century Folk Art scratch built ship (Thunder) We are proud to offer an amazing example of an English Folk Art scratch-built model ship.

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Vintage 1920s British Folk Art Nautical Objects

Materials

Wood

19th Century Prisoner of War Sailors Folk Art Ship Model
19th Century Prisoner of War Sailors Folk Art Ship Model

19th Century Prisoner of War Sailors Folk Art Ship Model

Located in London, GB

19th Century Prisoner of War Sailors Folk Art Ship Model A fine example of a 19th century sailors folk art ship model.

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Antique 1850s Unknown Folk Art Models and Miniatures

Materials

Wood

Folk Art Boat Model, 1930’s
Folk Art Boat Model, 1930’s

Folk Art Boat Model, 1930’s

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H 9 in W 18 in D 2.5 in

Folk Art Boat Model, 1930’s

Located in Doylestown, PA

A folk-art ship model of a freighter, circa 1930, carved in wood and hand-painted with details in metal.

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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Nautical Objects

Materials

Scrap Wood

Antique Clipper Ship Model
Antique Clipper Ship Model

Antique Clipper Ship Model

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H 35 in W 48 in D 16 in

Antique Clipper Ship Model

Located in Norwell, MA

Early Twentieth Century ship model of an American windjammer. Awesome cabin and deck work with varnish finish. Fully rigged with all appropriate cords. Take a look at the quality woo...

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Vintage 1920s North American Paintings

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Wood

Pair of Large 19th C Carpenter Model War Ships Maritime Naval Sailor Folk Art
Pair of Large 19th C Carpenter Model War Ships Maritime Naval Sailor Folk Art

Pair of Large 19th C Carpenter Model War Ships Maritime Naval Sailor Folk Art

Located in Lowestoft, GB

A highly detailed pair of carpentered model ships. The larger model is a 19th century model of an early 18th century French war ship the 20inch hull carved from the solid, mounted ...

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Antique 19th Century English Nautical Objects

Materials

Fabric, Rope, Wood

Large Scandinavian Scratch-Built Model Ship
Large Scandinavian Scratch-Built Model Ship

Large Scandinavian Scratch-Built Model Ship

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H 29.14 in W 44.1 in D 10.63 in

Large Scandinavian Scratch-Built Model Ship

Located in London, GB

A charming large model tall ship built in Finland, circa 1950. Solid carved hull. Handmade from scratch. All original paintwork. Great scale. Named 'Hajoa'.

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Mid-20th Century Finnish Folk Art Nautical Objects

Materials

Wood

Large Ship Builder's Half Hull Model
Large Ship Builder's Half Hull Model

Large Ship Builder's Half Hull Model

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H 11.5 in W 60 in D 8 in

Large Ship Builder's Half Hull Model

Located in Nantucket, MA

The model is of lift construction painted in black and brown with decorative gilded leaf vinery. Mounted on a black painted backboard with decorative border. American, circa 1850.

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Antique Mid-19th Century American Folk Art Nautical Objects

Edward Aagaard Model Viking Ship
Edward Aagaard Model Viking Ship

Edward Aagaard Model Viking Ship

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H 10.75 in W 16.75 in D 3.5 in

Edward Aagaard Model Viking Ship

Located in Cincinnati, OH

Edward Aagaard Model Viking Ship Copper Sail Handmade

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Late 20th Century Norwegian Nautical Objects

Materials

Metal, Copper

Mounted Ship Builder's Model of the Schooner "Polly Lewis"
Mounted Ship Builder's Model of the Schooner "Polly Lewis"

Mounted Ship Builder's Model of the Schooner "Polly Lewis"

Located in Stamford, CT

Mounted half hull ship builder's model of the schooner "Polly Lewis" circa 1860, built in 12 lifts. Marked on the aft quarter. Brass plaque affixed to backboard indicates the 566 ton...

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Antique Mid-19th Century American Folk Art Nautical Objects

Materials

Wood

Massive Antique Half Hull Ship Model
Massive Antique Half Hull Ship Model

Massive Antique Half Hull Ship Model

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H 15.5 in W 91.5 in D 5.5 in

Massive Antique Half Hull Ship Model

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A rare and important massive late 19th century half hull model ship of the steel screw steamers "CZAR" and CZARITZA" built by Sir W. G. Armstrong, Mitchell & Co. Builders, Newcastl...

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Antique Late 19th Century Industrial Nautical Objects

Materials

Wood

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Certified Maison Bagues Ship Chandelier - iron and crystal

Certified Maison Bagues Ship Chandelier - iron and crystal

By Maison Baguès

Located in Paris, FR

Certified Maison Baguès Chandelier - iron and crystal Finish: Gold or Silver gilding Re-edition of its old model "Le Bateau". UL listing available for an additional charge.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Iron

Exceptional Crystal and Bronze Chandelier, L-A Marquis, France, C. 1860
Exceptional Crystal and Bronze Chandelier, L-A Marquis, France, C. 1860

Exceptional Crystal and Bronze Chandelier, L-A Marquis, France, C. 1860

By Maison Marquis

Located in PARIS, FR

This very important 96-lights chandelier made entirely in chiseled and gilded bronze in the Renaissance style, is composed at the lower part of six large sets of ten light-arms, ador...

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Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Library of Antique Leatherbound Books
Library of Antique Leatherbound Books

Library of Antique Leatherbound Books

$3,153 / set

H 61.03 in W 31.5 in D 47.25 in

Library of Antique Leatherbound Books

Located in Brønshøj, DK

This collection consists of 400 antique decorative books, mainly dating from 1850–1950, with most published before 1920. The books are bound in leather, many with fine gold leaf embo...

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20th Century Danish Victorian Books

Materials

Gold Leaf

Pair of Entomology Specimen Display Cases By J T Stockall London Taxidermy Curio
Pair of Entomology Specimen Display Cases By J T Stockall London Taxidermy Curio

Pair of Entomology Specimen Display Cases By J T Stockall London Taxidermy Curio

Located in Lowestoft, GB

A large and impressive pair of late 19th early 20th century Entomology specimen cases, containing a varied collection of over one hundred insects from around the world pinned to an e...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Taxidermy

Materials

Natural Fiber, Glass, Pine

Fossilised Skull of Prehistoric Marine Reptile the Mosasaur, 70Million Years Ago
Fossilised Skull of Prehistoric Marine Reptile the Mosasaur, 70Million Years Ago

Fossilised Skull of Prehistoric Marine Reptile the Mosasaur, 70Million Years Ago

$23,707Sale Price|30% Off

H 6.3 in W 15.75 in D 5.91 in

Fossilised Skull of Prehistoric Marine Reptile the Mosasaur, 70Million Years Ago

Located in Puglia, Puglia

Upper Cretaceous, about 70-65 million years ago (Maastrichtian) Morocco The skull is reconstructed in good proportions with fossil pieces found in a phosphate mine in Morocco. I att...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier African Natural Specimens

Materials

Bone

Antique Sea Life Diorama Shadow Box, Walnut Frame, Shells, 1950
Antique Sea Life Diorama Shadow Box, Walnut Frame, Shells, 1950

Antique Sea Life Diorama Shadow Box, Walnut Frame, Shells, 1950

$650Sale Price|33% Off

H 28 in W 15 in D 2 in

Antique Sea Life Diorama Shadow Box, Walnut Frame, Shells, 1950

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

3-715 Beautiful sea life diorama including sea shells various crustaceans ,seahorse starfish encased in a walnut frame under glass. Brass hanging ring

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Vintage 1950s Nautical Objects

Materials

Shell

A diorama with fishes, Italy 1870.
A diorama with fishes, Italy 1870.

A diorama with fishes, Italy 1870.

$3,503

H 22.75 in W 9.5 in D 9.5 in

A diorama with fishes, Italy 1870.

Located in Milan, IT

A natural Wunderkammer specimen: a marine diorama with two decoy fishes (Pterois volitans), a brunch, fan shaped, of Horny coral, starfish, and reef. The Specimens are mounted inside...

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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Natural Specimens

Materials

Glass, Wood

Old Marble Flooring Tile Reclaimed Italian Carrara Antique Checkerboard floor
Old Marble Flooring Tile Reclaimed Italian Carrara Antique Checkerboard floor

Old Marble Flooring Tile Reclaimed Italian Carrara Antique Checkerboard floor

Located in Costa Mesa, CA

This old marble flooring is an Italian luxury reclaimed tile from the early 1900’s. All our exclusively showcased lines of tile are salvaged from ancient noble homes, large Mediterra...

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Antique Early 1900s Italian Flooring

Materials

Marble

British Sailor's Woolwork, Royal Navy Ship in Bay, Circa 1860-75, UK
British Sailor's Woolwork, Royal Navy Ship in Bay, Circa 1860-75, UK

British Sailor's Woolwork, Royal Navy Ship in Bay, Circa 1860-75, UK

Located in Downingtown, PA

Home Port and High Seas: A Victorian Sailor’s Woolwork of a Royal Navy Second-Rate This meticulously crafted sailor's woolwork, popularly known as a "woolie," serves as a vibrant te...

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Antique 1860s Folk Art Nautical Objects

Materials

Wool

British Sailor’s Woolwork of a Three-Masted Ship Flying the Red Ensign Circa 186
British Sailor’s Woolwork of a Three-Masted Ship Flying the Red Ensign Circa 186

British Sailor’s Woolwork of a Three-Masted Ship Flying the Red Ensign Circa 186

Located in Downingtown, PA

British Sailor’s Woolwork of a Three-Masted Ship Flying the Red Ensign Circa 1865-75 This large British sailor’s woolwork depicts a majestic three-masted, square-rigged ship under a...

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Folk Art Nautical Objects

Materials

Wool

Rosa Portogallo 12-Seat Ping Pong Dining Table MADE by Moniomi
Rosa Portogallo 12-Seat Ping Pong Dining Table MADE by Moniomi

Rosa Portogallo 12-Seat Ping Pong Dining Table MADE by Moniomi

Located in Miami, FL

A playful and graphic layering of marble patterns utmost depicts the ALTIS aesthetics. Hues of blushes and burgandys are reflected amidst the marbles, leathers and metals that compri...

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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

Scale model of a three-masted pole brigantine Liguria Italy late 1800s
Scale model of a three-masted pole brigantine Liguria Italy late 1800s

Scale model of a three-masted pole brigantine Liguria Italy late 1800s

Located in Milan, IT

Excellently made scale model of a three-masted mast brigantine, log, mainmast and mizzenmast, plus the presence of bowsprit, oak hull. Ligurian manufacture of the late 19th century. ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Nautical Objects

Materials

Wood

Three mast ship diorama in a Scottish whiskey bottle circa 1930, folk art design
Three mast ship diorama in a Scottish whiskey bottle circa 1930, folk art design

Three mast ship diorama in a Scottish whiskey bottle circa 1930, folk art design

Located in Central England, GB

We have for sale this exceptional ship-in-a-bottle, a three-mast sailing ship set in a seascape diorama. It has been built in a pinched (indentation) Scottish whiskey bottle, and it ...

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Mid-20th Century British Folk Art Nautical Objects

Materials

Glass

Model of the Schooner Yacht "America"
Model of the Schooner Yacht "America"

Model of the Schooner Yacht "America"

$4,194

H 33 in W 41 in D 13 in

Model of the Schooner Yacht "America"

Located in Norwell, MA

Fine, scale model of the schooner yacht “America”, the first winner of the America’s Cup. Copper sheathed below the waterline. Mahogany deck, linen sails. Mounted into a brass displa...

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20th Century Models and Miniatures

Selection of eight restored 19th C Neo-Gothic Stained-Glass Windows
Selection of eight restored 19th C Neo-Gothic Stained-Glass Windows

Selection of eight restored 19th C Neo-Gothic Stained-Glass Windows

$110,944 / set

H 64.18 in W 28.75 in D 0.79 in

Selection of eight restored 19th C Neo-Gothic Stained-Glass Windows

Located in Leuven , BE

The Color Experience: Stained-glass windows “Color is a power which directly influences the soul” (Wassili Kandinsky, Moskou 1866 – Neuilly-sur-Seine, 1944) “Color! What a deep a...

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Antique 19th Century Belgian Gothic Revival Windows

Materials

Art Glass, Stained Glass

Louis XVI Style Panelling with Louis XVI Period Mantel and Trumeau
Louis XVI Style Panelling with Louis XVI Period Mantel and Trumeau

Louis XVI Style Panelling with Louis XVI Period Mantel and Trumeau

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Rare Napoleon III style paneled room in blackened wood (stained beech) with its fireplace in stucco in imitation of porphyry. The fireplace, which is the centerpiece of this paneled...

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20th Century French Napoleon III Panelling

Materials

Bronze

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Ship Model Folk Art For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of ship model folk art you’re looking for. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and cord. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. An item from our selection of ship model folk art made by Folk Art designers — as well as those associated with Industrial — is very popular. A well-made choice in our collection of ship model folk art has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by J. Beavor Webb and Lannen Ship Gallery are consistently popular.

How Much is a Ship Model Folk Art?

A piece of ship model folk art can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,450, while the lowest priced sells for $150 and the highest can go for as much as $52,800.

Finding the Right Folk-art for You

Folk art refers to a genre of art that shares the creator’s traditions, offering not just an artistic display but an opportunity to learn about a culture. Vintage, new and antique folk art typically reflects a heritage or location. It can include utilitarian objects and handmade art as diverse as weather vanes, portraiture and paintings, carnival art, quilts and duck decoys.

American folk art is frequently valued because of the traditional skills involved, like weaving, hand-carving wood and even stonework. Many folk artists are self-taught, while some train as apprentices within their community. By using available materials and taking a personal approach to their creations, artists ensure each piece is unique and conveys a story. Native American folk art includes functional objects reflecting their heritage, such as baskets, textiles and wooden pieces.

During the Great Depression, artistic materials in America were hard to come by, so artisans used discarded wood from cigar boxes and shipping crates to make highly stylized, notched pieces — most often picture frames and boxes — that are today sought after by collectors. This folk art style is called tramp art and was popular from roughly 1870 until the 1940s.

Folk art brings vibrant culture and traditions into your home. Browse an extensive collection of folk art on 1stDibs.