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Antique Spanish Colonial Carved Ship Prow Sculpture

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Scarce Spanish Colonial era wooden boat prow. circa 1800 Born around the late 18th / early 19th century, this large sculptural hand-carved architectural salvaged ornamental ship element features a distinctive wave shape with curling volute, incised carving with decorative round medallion, and highly desirable heavily worn and weathered patina! A superb example, museum quality, the artistic Folk Art work makes for a wonderful decorative object, intriguing cultural sculpture, rustic curiosity, as well as a unique conversational piece! Provenance: The Collection of prominent San Antonio entrepreneur Chris Hill. Acquisition: Vogt Auction, San Antonio, TX. Spanish Colonial Mexico auction catalog, 2021 Dimensions: (approx) 28" High, 18" Wide, 5" Deep.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 28 in (71.12 cm)Width: 18 in (45.72 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
  • Style:
    Spanish Colonial (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wood,Hand-Carved
  • Period:
    Late 18th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1800
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Good antique condition. Highly desirable heavily worn and weathered patina.
  • Seller Location:
    Forney, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5977228505452

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