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British Sailor's Woolwork of Royal Navy Ship with Sunset

$4,500
£3,410.74
€3,948.27
CA$6,352.83
A$7,074.38
CHF 3,693.70
MX$85,719.26
NOK 46,581.42
SEK 43,953.24
DKK 29,473.35

About the Item

British Sailor's Woolwork of Royal Navy Ship with Sunset, Circa 1875 This is a lovely example of a sailor's woolie with wonderful color and subject. The sailor's woolwork or sailor's wool depicts a starboard side view of a ship close to shore under full sail. The ship flies a white flag with a canton of alternating blue and red squares. The ship sails under a checkerboard sky probably reflecting a sunset. Dimensions: 14 1/4 inches high x 18 3/4 inches (Ref: NY10633-nurr)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14.5 in (36.83 cm)Width: 18.75 in (47.63 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: NY10633-nurr1stDibs: LU861042595112

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