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British Sailor's Woolwork of a Royal Navy Second Rate Battleship

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British Sailor's Woolwork of a Royal Navy Second Rate Battleship, Circa 1875 The charming simple sailor's woolie depicts a starboard side view of a Royal Navy second rate battleship. The ship is under sail on a calm flat blue sea. She flies the White Ensign from her bow and a white banner from the main mast. She rides high in the water with her hull showing below. Dimensions: 18 inches high x 22 inches wide x 1 inch deep. Condition Good with one tiny spot of loss in the lower left in the water. (Ref: NY9579EX-crrx)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)Width: 22 in (55.88 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1875
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Downingtown, PA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: NY9579EX-crrx1stDibs: LU861042745982

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