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Antique Shadowbox Diorama of Ship Models

$2,800
£2,126.67
€2,457.01
CA$3,924.30
A$4,392.03
CHF 2,292.30
MX$53,560.14
NOK 29,338.35
SEK 27,772.51
DKK 18,336.31
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About the Item

An impressive and unusual 19th century cased ship diorama displaying four ships at sea. A four masted schooner sets the background with a tug boat, two masted vessel and a steamship labeled " BRUNSWICK 84 " in the foreground. The whole displayed in a period walnut case with five glass panels. Condition: Please see detail photos Acceptable signs of age include the wooden case having craquelure to varnished finish, top wood dry however the Model has an authentic and impressive Nautical presentation.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 17.25 in (43.82 cm)Width: 33.5 in (85.09 cm)Depth: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)
  • Style:
    American Classical (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Bridgeport, CT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 948521stDibs: LU1755215197022

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