Handmade - Model ship - Warships - Ship model
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Description from the seller
Large Handcrafted Decorative Sailing Ship Model
Wood & Leather | approx. 60 × 60 cm
Impressive large-scale handcrafted decorative sailing ship model made of wood and natural leather, featuring a rich level of detail. The model includes multiple masts, rigging, cannons, an anchor, heraldic shields, and carved decorative elements at the bow. The sails are made of natural leather, giving the ship a strong historical character and an authentic aged appearance.
The ship is mounted on its original wooden stand. Due to its size and materials, this model has a powerful visual presence and works exceptionally well as a collector’s piece or interior statement object.Dimensions
Approx. 60 × 60 cm
Materials
Wood
Natural leather
Textile rigging
Metal elements (anchor, decorative cannons)
Period of manufacture
Second half of the 20th century (circa 1960–1980)
Based on construction techniques, materials, and decorative style, this model is characteristic of mid-to-late 20th century handcrafted decorative ship models, produced for collectors and interior decoration.
Historical period depicted
17th–18th century – Age of Sail
The hull shape, multi-masted configuration, rows of cannons, and heraldic details reflect European sailing warships and large merchant vessels from the Age of Sail, associated with early modern naval and maritime history.
Condition
Good condition, consistent with age
Visible signs of natural wear, patina, and ageing
Leather sails and rigging show age-related wear, adding to the authentic character
Structurally stable and visually complete
Large Handcrafted Decorative Sailing Ship Model
Wood & Leather | approx. 60 × 60 cm
Impressive large-scale handcrafted decorative sailing ship model made of wood and natural leather, featuring a rich level of detail. The model includes multiple masts, rigging, cannons, an anchor, heraldic shields, and carved decorative elements at the bow. The sails are made of natural leather, giving the ship a strong historical character and an authentic aged appearance.
The ship is mounted on its original wooden stand. Due to its size and materials, this model has a powerful visual presence and works exceptionally well as a collector’s piece or interior statement object.Dimensions
Approx. 60 × 60 cm
Materials
Wood
Natural leather
Textile rigging
Metal elements (anchor, decorative cannons)
Period of manufacture
Second half of the 20th century (circa 1960–1980)
Based on construction techniques, materials, and decorative style, this model is characteristic of mid-to-late 20th century handcrafted decorative ship models, produced for collectors and interior decoration.
Historical period depicted
17th–18th century – Age of Sail
The hull shape, multi-masted configuration, rows of cannons, and heraldic details reflect European sailing warships and large merchant vessels from the Age of Sail, associated with early modern naval and maritime history.
Condition
Good condition, consistent with age
Visible signs of natural wear, patina, and ageing
Leather sails and rigging show age-related wear, adding to the authentic character
Structurally stable and visually complete
Details
Era
1900-2000
Estimated Period
1970-1980
No. of items
1
Height
58 cm
Brand
Handmade
Width
60 cm
Depth
15 cm
Marque/Model Type
Warships
Additional Information
Ship model
Colour
Brown
Material
Leder, Wood
Condition
Good
Packaging
Without original box
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