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Style: American Empire
American Naval Two Masted Clipper Ship Brig Model Under Glass, US Perry 20th C.
Located in Hollywood, SC
American Naval two masted clipper ship brig model mounted on stand under a glass case. The US Perry was a brig commissioned by the United States Navy October 1843 prior to the American Civil War...
Category

20th Century American American Empire Nautical Objects

Materials

Glass, Mahogany, Pine, Paint

American Polished Steel Sky Light Binnacle with Rope Carved Base, Phil. C. 1880
By Hands & Sons
Located in Hollywood, SC
American polished steel sky light binnacle with rope carved base, Philadelphia, New Orleans, Norfolk VA. Late 19th century. Binnacle has been electrified fo...
Category

1880s American Antique American Empire Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass, Steel

American Cast Iron Sailing Mayflower Doorstop, Circa 1880
Located in Hollywood, SC
American cast iron Mayflower arched doorstop with sailing vessel on rough seas. Signed on lower base, mayflower, 1620. Late 19th Century.
Category

1880s American Antique American Empire Nautical Objects

Materials

Iron

American Cast Brass Engraved Yachtsman's Speaking Trumpet, Circa 1830
Located in Hollywood, SC
American hand held cast brass engraved Yachtsman's speaking trumpet with bell shaped soldered mouthpiece, coned-shaped column with original interior red paint, and terminating on a r...
Category

1830s American Antique American Empire Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

American Oval Timber Trade Sign with Two Masted Ship and Rope Boarder. C. 1850
Located in Hollywood, SC
American oval hand carved timber trade sign with a centered two masted ship, rope border, upper painted banner "The London and New York Trading Company"...
Category

1850s American Antique American Empire Nautical Objects

Materials

Rope, Wood, Paint

American Brass Spot Light on Telescopic Barber Pole Tripod Stand, NY, Circa 1880
Located in Hollywood, SC
American brass Nautical Swivel spot light on telescopic barber pole tripod stand, Troy, NY. Late 19th century. Original candle and has been electrified.
Category

1880s American Antique American Empire Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

Pair of American Brass Nautical Taffrail Log Spinners, Negus, NY, Circa 1880
Located in Hollywood, SC
Pair of American brass nautical taffrail log spinners, Late 19th century. Stamped by brothers Thomas Shufeldt Negus, Jr. (1828-1894) & John Davidson Negus (1833-1890) manufacturers and merchants of chronometers and other fine marine instruments...
Category

1880s American Antique American Empire Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

Mahogany and Brass Skylight Ship Binnacle, T.S. & J.D. Negus NY, Circa 1860
Located in Hollywood, SC
American mahogany and brass skylight ship binnacle. T.S. and J.D. Negus company was established in 1848 in New York City. They were makers of fine scientific instruments, circa 1848-1900. This highly desirable and maritime instrument is made of carved mahogany with a brass and glass skylight...
Category

1860s American Antique American Empire Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass, Iron

American Nautical Brass Housing & Wood Collar Floating Distress Beacon, C. 1850
Located in Hollywood, SC
American nautical brass housing and wood collar floating distress beacon with a glass lens, mid-19th century.
Category

1850s American Antique American Empire Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

American Mahogany and Brass Ship Binnacle, Riggs & Brothers, Phila. Circa 1880
By Riggs & Brothers
Located in Hollywood, SC
American mahogany ship binnacle with a brass-mounted dome helmet, internal dry compass by Ritchie of Boston, flanking removable burners with the original fonts and resting on an octa...
Category

1880s American Antique American Empire Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

American Nautical Brass Yacht Binnacle Mounted in Mahogany Case, Circa 1890
Located in Hollywood, SC
American nautical mahogany yacht binnacle with a hinged locking oval glass viewing port, original removable brass side light burner with font, brass carrying handle, and fitted with ...
Category

1890s American Antique American Empire Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

Pair of American Nautical Gimbaled Nickel Silver & Brass Wall Sconces, C. 1850
Located in Hollywood, SC
Pair of American nautical gimbaled nickel silver over brass mounted wall sconces with bulbous flared amber glass shades. Gimbals kept candles straight in rough seas. Pair are candle ...
Category

1850s American Antique American Empire Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass, Nickel

American Solid Brass Five Spoke Ringed Yacht Wheel, Circa 1870
Located in Hollywood, SC
American solid brass five spoke ringed yacht wheel with original brass hub, Late 19th century.
Category

1870s American Antique American Empire Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

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American American Painted Cast Iron "Old Salt" Maine Fisherman Doorstop
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Painted Wood Relief Model of a Three-Mast Ship, 20th Century
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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 (fra...
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Pair of Antique French Carved Wood and Iron Doors, Circa 1880
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Featuring exceptional low-relief carvings paired with equally impressive ironwork, these French doors date to 1880. The asymmetrical windows, which are surrounded by very thick moldi...
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Early 20th Century Carved Wooden Miniature Pequot Ship's Figurehead Model
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American Rotary Boxed Decorative Painted Nautical Foghorn, New York, Circa 1899
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1890s American Antique American Empire Nautical Objects

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American Nautical Painted Life Ring with Sailing Vessel Isle of White Race, 1851
Located in Hollywood, SC
American nautical painted life ring with two masted sailing vessel, us flag, and decorative outer roping, isle of white race. Mid 19th century.
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1850s American Antique American Empire Nautical Objects

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American Brass Nautical Ship Wheel Mounted on Brass Geared Pedestal, Circa 1870
Located in Hollywood, SC
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1870s American Antique American Empire Nautical Objects

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American Bronze Octopus Wine Holder with Original Inserted Canister, Circa 1900
Located in Hollywood, SC
American bronze octopus wine holder with the original inserted canister, Early 20th century.
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Early 1900s American Antique American Empire Nautical Objects

Materials

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American Bronze Signal Cannon with a Steel Barrel on Mahogany Carriage, C. 1875
Located in Hollywood, SC
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American Bronze Folding Reef Anchor with Circular Shank and Ring, Circa 1870
Located in Hollywood, SC
American bronze folding reef anchor with a circular shank, crown and coupling ring, Late 19th Century
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American Oak and Brass Nautical Sexton Table Lamp Mounted on Box, Circa 1880
Located in Hollywood, SC
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American Walnut Brass Telescope with Level Mounted on Tripod Stand, 20th Century
Located in Hollywood, SC
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American Copper and Brass Replica Naval Diving Helmet, Boston, MA. 20th Century
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Located in Hollywood, SC
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20th Century American American Empire Nautical Objects

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American Mahogany Nautical Ship Wheel Mounted on Brass Geared Pedestal. C. 1870
Located in Hollywood, SC
American mahogany nautical ship wheel with a centered brass hub, six turned oak spindles, outer ring on wheel inlaid with holly, and mounted to a solid brass geared...
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1870s American Antique American Empire Nautical Objects

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American Cast Brass Yachtsman's Spearing Trumpet, Circa 1850
Located in Hollywood, SC
American hand held cast brass Yachtsman's spearing trumpet with bell shaped mouthpiece, coned-shaped column with fine detailed beaded bandings , attached rings for straps, and termin...
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1850s American Antique American Empire Nautical Objects

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American Nautical Painted Life Ring with Sailing Vessel, America's Cup. Mid 19th
Located in Hollywood, SC
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American Empire nautical objects for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique American Empire nautical objects for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage nautical objects created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include folk art, more furniture and collectibles, lighting and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, brass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used American Empire nautical objects made in a specific country, there are North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original nautical objects, popular names associated with this style include Hands & Sons, and House of Troy. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for nautical objects differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $2,200 and tops out at $15,000 while the average work can sell for $6,650.

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