Nautical Objects

2010s Haitian Nautical Objects

Wood

Wonderfully detailed and hand-carved boat made in Haiti. The Charles W. Morgan was built in 1841 and was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1966. This can be seen at our 5 Ea...

Early 20th Century Paintings

Wonderful large oil painting of sail ships by well-known Danish Marine painter Lauritz Sorensen (b.1882-d.1968) Sorensen was known for his dedication to the sea and his study of mari...

Antique Late 19th Century Danish Paintings

Rare and beautifully executed ship portrait of the schooner "Kaerteminde" by well-known Danish marine artist Christian Vigilius Blache. His treatment of the waves is impeccable, capt...

20th Century Nautical Objects

Coast guard lightship Boston model. A lightvessel, or lightship, is a ship that acts as a lighthouse. They are used in waters that are too deep or otherwise unsuitable for lighthouse...

Noble Goods

2010s American Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures

Epoxy Resin, Walnut

These exquisite decorative chain sculptures are made using both traditional and new methods of wood carving and casting, magically intermixing solid wood and resin. Finished with ...

Noble Goods

2010s American Organic Modern Mobiles and Kinetic Sculptures

Epoxy Resin, Concrete, Walnut, Fir

Magically intermixing two types of solid wood, cast concrete and cast resin, this one-of-a-kind, large-scale hanging chain sculpture is a beautiful contemporary update to traditional...

20th Century Nautical Objects

Extreme California clipper ship "Spitfire" model of 1853. Captained by John Arey (1816), Spitfire was built on the Penobscot River at the Dunham yard in a town once called Frankfort ...

20th Century Nautical Objects

Sir Thomas Lipton's yacht "Erin" of 1899 model in glass and mahogany display case with separate table stand. Lipton's great passion was to win the America's cup and Erin served as hi...

20th Century Nautical Objects

Early America's Cup model of the Puritan of 1885. The Puritan was designed by Edward Burgess and built at the Lawley boat yard in Boston. Puritan was owned by John Malcolm Forbes, th...

20th Century Nautical Objects

The New York Yacht Club steam yacht Niagara was launched in 1898. She was owned by millionaire Howard Gould (1871-1959), son of railroad tycoon and developer Jay Gould. The Niagara w...

20th Century Nautical Objects

The fastest ship ever built. California clipper Sovereign of the Seas model. The Sovereign of the Seas was built in 1852 by renowned ship builder Donald McKay at his yard in East Bos...

20th Century Nautical Objects

Wood

A large early 20th century wooden ship's wheel with brass accents.

Vintage 1940s Nautical Objects

Wood

Small wooden cabin cruiser boat model, circa 1940s.

Vintage 1970s Nautical Objects

Patinated bronze dolphin coat hooks, nicely detailed.

Early 20th Century Paintings

Naïve map of America, crayon or pastel on muslin, circa 1920-1930, with a myriad of interesting geographic and economic imagery: Naïve map of North America, drawn in crayon or pas...

Antique 1890s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Paper

CIGAR BOX LABEL WITH IMAGE OF A 42-STAR AMERICAN FLAG WITH SIX-POINTED STARS AND IT'S BLUE CANTON RESTING ON THE WAR STRIPE, AND AN IMAGE OF A SAILOR LIGHTING A CIGAR, 1889-1920: T...

Vintage 1920s American Folk Art Nautical Objects

Metal

This Folk Art paddleboat from the 1920s has incredible articulated details throughout. The boat is named “Arthur” and hails from Paducah, KY. The paddle turns, the top deck has fabri...

20th Century Nautical Objects

Model of the 25-foot Wianno Sr. sloop "Victura", JFK's private yacht. Victura was purchased in Osterville, Massachusetts in 1932 as a 15th birthday present for JFK from his parents. ...

20th Century Nautical Objects

Model of Sir Thomas Lipton's America's Cup challenger Shamrock V of 1930. Shamrock sailed under the Royal Ulster Yacht Club against the New York Yacht Club's Enterprise. Shamrock...

20th Century Nautical Objects

Hudson River day-steamer Mary Powell model in brass and glass display case. Very detailed.

20th Century Nautical Objects

Model of the schooner Atlantic, winner of the Kaiser Cup where she set the speed record for the fastest transatlantic passage in 1905; unbroken for nearly 100 years! Highly detaile...

20th Century Nautical Objects

Wood

Model of the 1924 American wood-built speedboat Baby Bootlegger. Built for race car driver and Indianapolis 500 competitor Caleb Bragg (1885-1943), the Bootlegger was fitted with a 2...

Antique 19th Century English Nautical Objects

Birdseye Maple, Glass, Wood, Paper, Wool

A 19th century English naval sailor's woolwork (or woolie) depicting a sailing ship or wooden frigate and the flags of the participants during the Crimean War (1853-1856), framed in ...

Antique 19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Entirely hand-sewn, 13 star, U.S. navy small boat ensign With A 4-5-4 configuration, Made sometime between 1850 and the opening years of the Civil war (1861-1863): U.S. Navy small...

Vintage 1930s Scottish Nautical Objects

Metal

Vintage sailing pond boat, 'yacht Ailsa, circa 1930, Scotland. Handmade craftsmanship with yellow and red painted hull, varnished wood deck, metal rudder. Plaque reads 'Ailsa yacht, ...

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Mid-20th Century Canadian Sporting Art Nautical Objects

Wood

Unusual fish taxidermy diorama set in decaying underwater industrial environment. A dramatic painting in the background depicts a large underwater structure or a sunken portion o...

20th Century Nautical Objects

Model of the USS Constitution in a glass display case with custom table stand.

20th Century Nautical Objects

Static model of the early 20th century speedboat Miss England II. Miss England II was a racing monohull hydroplane with twin Rolls-Royce R-type V-12 aero engines specifically designe...

20th Century Nautical Objects

Model of Sir Thomas Lipton's America's Cup challenger Shamrock V. Deck is detailed with lifeboat, rope, cabins, hatches, binnacle, capstan, wheel and others. Model is mounted into a ...

Antique Mid-19th Century French Nautical Objects

Wood

This large scale 19th Century Folk Art articulated wooden carved lobster/shrimp crustacean sculpture is very unique and unusual. The lobster is mounted on a custom iron stand made t...

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Nautical Objects

Brass, Nickel

Binocular seals high optical quality, in polished nickel and brass finish, magnify x10. As a 1940s navy seals binoculars. Adjustable height 152-205cm.

Antique 1880s Bajan Victorian Decorative Art

Shell

A double sailor's valentine, arranged multi-color shells in a hinged octagonal wooden case with heart and circular shaped motifs. One side of case exterior is unfinished, Meas...

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Vintage 1950s American American Craftsman Nautical Objects

Wood

Monumental ocean liner, cruise ship model from the 1950s. A piece of handmade folk art made to depict cruise ships that crossed the Atlantic. It is 8 feet long x 33 " high and 21" de...

Kenneth Britten

20th Century American Nautical Objects

Metal

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'....

Antique 1870s American American Empire Scientific Instruments

Brass, Optical Glass, Walnut

American walnut brass telescope with attached level, end brass cap, interior supporting chains, and mounted on a adjustable tripod stand. Telescope is in working condition, Late 19th...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Campaign Benches

Brass, Mahogany

Late 19th century mahogany bench / boat's map box on stand. Unusual trapezoid form top with the sides and back angled. This form of a box stowed below deck to hold maps and documents...

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Early 20th Century American Steampunk Nautical Objects

Iron

Great ship vent found in the southern US. Great accent lighting if you have a light fitted for the bottom of the vent.

Mid-20th Century French Nautical Objects

Wire

Oyster baskets salvaged from the coast of France. Featuring folding handles, and nice oxidization. Great for storage and a touch of history.  

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Antique Late 19th Century Indonesian Nautical Objects

Wood

Late 19th century, Indonesian "Madura" lacquered and embellished carved and lacquered wood boat prow.

Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Nautical Objects

Rope

Rope circular lantern chandelier Audoux Minet, circa 1960 with white opaline glass. Measures: Height / 10.5", 22.5" with the rope, diameter / 9". Nautical style.

Antique 1870s English Nautical Objects

These pond yachts were actually used in the 1936 Olympics and are used for racing in the UK. Original sails and riggings and the stand is original to the piece. The measurements incl...

H.W. Anness and Company

Vintage 1910s American Nautical Objects

Linen, Wood

A green and white linen/cotton burgee on a mahogany standard with ball finial, with the seal of New York City printed in blue on white in the middle and flanked by green panels on ea...

Mid-20th Century English Nautical Objects

Wood

A nicely crafted model ship named "Raven" from Rye, England. Housed in a well made wooden glazed display cabinet. Late 20th Century. Would look great in a study, lounge or library in...

Vintage 1970s American Mounted Objects

Unsigned brass boat sculpture.

20th Century French Art Deco Nautical Objects

Aluminum, Brass

Beautiful coat and hat hanger with a hook for gloves, scarf or bag. This piece coming from marine officer's cabin is magnificent with clothes on or without, stylish and unique. It wi...

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Late 20th Century Japanese Folk Art Furniture

Bamboo

Offered by Zena Kruzick 1960s large bamboo buoy, Japan. A very intriguing large hand-woven bamboo or reed buoy; a real conversation piece.

Early 20th Century American Steampunk Nautical Objects

Iron, Paint

Objects in images appear much bigger in person! Substantial cast iron nautical ocean buoys with fantastic vintage yellow marine paint. Embossed Falmouth, Mass. with a few other embos...

20th Century Nautical Objects

Cotton

International code of signals pennant, number 2. Triangular blue stitched linen panel with white circle in center. Matted and framed. Approximately 20" x 33.5".

20th Century Nautical Objects

Cotton

International Code Signal letter pennant. Stitched white linen panel with navy blue, centered cross representing the letter X for Xray meaning "Stop carrying out your intentions and ...

20th Century Nautical Objects

Cotton

International code of signals pennant, number 6. White and black triangular stitched linen panels. Matted and framed. Measures: Approximately 20" x 33.5".

20th Century Unknown Nautical Objects

International code of signals pennant, number 2. Triangular blue stitched linen panel with white circle in centre. Matted and framed. Measures: Approximately 20" x 33.5".

20th Century Nautical Objects

Cotton

International code of signals flag representing the number 3. Stitched linen red, white and blue panels, triangular. Matted and framed. Measures: 20" x 33.5", approximate.

20th Century Nautical Objects

North Atlantic Treaty Organization signal flag referred to as second substitute. Substitute or repeater flags allow messages with duplicate characters to be signalled without the nee...

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces

Rope

Rope bottle carrier for four bottles Audoux Minet, circa 1950.

Antique 19th Century European Folk Art Nautical Objects

Horn

Unusual scrimshaw decorated horn vessel with a figure of a woman standing in a full dress with arms akimbo.

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20th Century French Nautical Objects

Metal

Three Masted Gaff Rigged Schooner. She is replete with a "fisherman sail in between the fore mast and the main mast at the top. These were passenger vessels in their day. Often times...

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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Wall-mounted Sculptures

Wood, Oak

Folk Art wall decor, sculpture made from Sailors Wooden Fids and wood shuttles, bobbins, amazing use of color and form.

Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Rope, Opaline Glass

Unusual rope sconce sphere with white opaline shade Audoux Minet, circa 1960.