Pair Large Matched Solid Silver Nefs / Model Ships Centrepieces c. 1930
By Adolph Barsach Davis
Located in London, GB
A magnificent pair of vintage Solid Silver Nefs / Model Sailing Ships. Modelled after the early continental Silver Nefs made from the 13th Century onwards its is unusual to have suc...
Sterling Silver
Antique Sterling Silver Nef Centrepiece by Ludwig Neresheimer, 1923
By Ludwig Neresheimer
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Condition This silver nef is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition.
Sterling Silver
Large German Early 20th Century Silver Nef by Berthold Müller
By Berthold Muller
Located in London, GB
Large German early 20th century silver nef by Berthold Müller German, Early 20th Century Height 89cm, width 80cm, depth 40cm Weight 10604g This stunning sterling silver nef, dating...
Silver
Very Large Antique Sterling Silver Ship Model - Hallmarked in 1925 - Silver Nef
By Thomas Callow & Son
Located in London, London
This superb example of a sterling silver Nef carries import marks for London, 1925 by Thomas Callow & Son.
Sterling Silver
Antique Hanau Silver and Silver-Gilt Nef
By J.D. Schleissner & Söhne 1
Located in London, GB
Antique Hanau silver and silver-gilt nef German, Early 20th Century Height 68.5cm, width 55cm, depth 16cm Weight 4260g This nef is a remarkable example of the antique Hanau style, c...
Silver
Large Antique Nef Model in Repoussé Silvered Metal
Located in London, GB
This nef, made of silvered metal, takes the form of a galleon.
Metal, Silver
Spanish Sterling Silver Nef
Located in Vancouver, BC
A superb sterling silver model of a galleon, Spanish, circa 1930. Intricately detailed with three masts with multi section sails, crows nests, flags, rigging, cannon and figures of s...
Sterling Silver
Antique Silver Portuguese Nef Ship
Located in London, London
An incredible very large silver Nef ship, made in Portugal. Intricate detailing.
Silver
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H 103 in W 66 in D 30.5 in
Monumental 19th Century Silvergilt Mounted Viennese Enamel 'nef'
Located in London, GB
Vienna, circa 1880. in the manner of Herman Böhm. Of massive proportions 43 1/2 inches (103cm) high. 26 inches (66cm) long. 12 inches (30.5cm) wide.
Enamel, Silver
German Silver Nef
Located in New Orleans, LA
Measuring nearly three feet in length, this monumental silver nef is a spectacular example of German silverwork from the town of Hanau.
Silver
German Silver Nef
Located in New Orleans, LA
This colossal silver nef is a spectacular example of German silverwork from the town of Hanau.
Silver
1980s Sterling Silver Nef / Centrepiece
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive vintage sterling silver gilt nef / centrepiece; an addition to our ornamental silverware collection.
Silver
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Nef / Centrepiece, 1891
By Edwin Thompson Bryant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique sterling silver nef / centrepiece; an addition to our ornamental silverware collection This exceptional, fine and impressive antique st...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique French Silver Nef Boat Centrepiece
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This exceptional, fine and impressive antique French silver nef* has been realistically modelled in the form of a ship.
Silver
German Silver Nef by Neresheimer & Sohne
By B. Neresheimer & Sohne
Located in New Orleans, LA
German Silver Nef by Neresheimer & Sohne Hallmarked "N" for Neresheimer with Hanau silver marks Circa 1890 This monumental silver nef is a spectacular example of 19th-century German...
Silver
German Silver Nef by Berthold Muller
By Berthold Muller
Located in New Orleans, LA
This grand silver nef is a spectacular example of German silverwork from the town of Hanau.
Silver
1990s Vintage Portuguese Silver Nef Centrepiece
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This exceptional, fine and impressive vintage Portuguese silver nef has been realistically modelled in the form of a ship.
Silver
Spanish Silver Nef by Plateria Lopez
Located in New Orleans, LA
This monumental silver nef by Plateria López is a breathtaking example of Spanish silver.
Large Antique Silver Nef Galleon
By Berthold Muller
Located in London, GB
This hugely impressive sterling silver model ship, also known as a nef, was made in Germany by Berthold Müller and bears import hallmarks for Chester 1909.
Sterling Silver
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H 33.08 in W 0.4 in D 26.11 in
Massive Antique Sterling Silver Nef / Boat / Ship 1909 Import Mark Galleon Neff
By Berthold Muller
Located in London, GB
A magnificent Antique solid Silver Nef made by German Silversmith Berthold Muller mirroring the historically traditional style of Nefs.
Silver
German Nef By J.D. Schleissner & Söhne
By J.D. Schleissner & Söhne 1
Located in New Orleans, LA
This colossal silver nef is a spectacular example of German silverwork from the town of Hanau.
Silver
19th Century German Silver-Gilt Nef
Located in New Orleans, LA
Measuring nearly three feet tall, this beautiful and monumental German silver-gilt nef is a stunning specimen of continental silver artistry at its finest.
Silver
Knights of Malta Silver Plate Nef
Located in New Orleans, LA
This opulent Spanish silver plate nef is a remarkable objet d'art honoring the centuries-old humanitarian order better known as the Knights of Malta.
Silver Plate
Silver and Viennese Enamel Model of a Nef
By Hermann Böhm
Located in London, GB
Nefs were normally made from precious metals such as silver, vermeil or gold, or decorated as in this example with vivid polychrome enamels.
Silver, Enamel
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H 24.02 in W 25.6 in D 6.3 in
Antique German Solid Silver Impressive Large Nef Galleon Ship, circa 1900
By Karl Kurz
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 20th century German very impressive solid silver model of a ship, called a "Nef" in the style of the 15th-16th century examples, impressively large and very detailed.
Silver
Saint Louis French Crystal Nef Centerpiece
By Saint Louis
Located in New Orleans, LA
Crafted by the oldest and most respected crystal manufacturer in Europe and believed to have been exhibited at the 1889 Exposition Universelle in Paris, this incredible nef by Saint ...
Crystal, Bronze
18th Century, Spanish Silver Roman Bireme Automaton Ship "Nef"
Located in Madrid, ES
18th Century Spanish silver Roman Bireme Automaton Ship Nef Antique 18th century Spanish solid silver model of a ship, called a "Nef", beautifully modelled as an ancient Roman birem...
Silver
Herman Bohm Viennese Silver and Enamel Jewelled Nef, circa 1890
By Hermann Böhm
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Important and extremely fine Herman Bohm Viennese silver and enamel Jewelled nef, circa 1890. Stamped HB for Herman Bohm and Austrian control marks.
19th Century Viennese Nef of Silver and Enamel by Hermann Böhm
Located in London, GB
A large and important viennese nef or boat By Hermann Böhm Constructed in silver, bearing the maker’s marks, and exquisitely enamelled; the boat form nef, with a detachable ename...
Silver, Enamel
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H 8.55 in W 8.08 in D 4.24 in
Late 19th Century Gilt Silver Renaissance Revival Nef or Ship Centerpiece
Located in Leesburg, VA
The wheels provided the functional purpose of moving these items easily and efficiently along banqueting tables. Fine examples of nefs are rare in the market, in particular, gilt ...
Silver
Spanish Silver Nef
Located in Skanninge, SE
An unusual Spanish silver Nef. A nice centerpiece that will make a great statement!
Sterling Silver
Swedish Silver Nef
Located in New Orleans, LA
This grand silver nef is a spectacular example of Swedish silverwork.
Silver
George V Antique Sterling Silver Nef by Berthold Muller
By Berthold Muller
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1911 by Berthold Muller, this charming, George V, antique, sterling silver Nef is handsomely modelled, and features a lift off top, revealing a chamber intend...
Sterling Silver
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H 23 in W 21 in D 7 in
Large Antique Silver Plated Nef or 3 Mast Sailing Ship Sculpture or Centerpiece
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This ship is composed of silver plate and is a three mast gallion with a figural bowsprit and rudder.
Silver Plate
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