Model boats - Siku (Gerd Sieper) - Wood, Spelter
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A set of 14 miniature boats in a wooden box, dating from the 1930s–1950s, primarily wooden with three boats in zinc alloy or lead, manufactured by Siku (Gerd Sieper) in Germany, with a total weight around 1 kg and dimensions of 25 × 25 × 8 cm.
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Description from the seller
A special set of miniature boats. In total 14 pieces.
Very artfully made. Placed in a wooden box.
Three of the boats are still made from zinc alloy (zamak) or lead. These are very rare boats.
At maritime academies these models were placed on a blue background to train helmsmen and apprentice captains.
Students had to reenact scenarios. Who has the right of way? What do you see when a ship approaches from a certain angle?
The wooden arrow in the box was probably used to indicate wind direction or current direction, which is crucial for maneuvering and for sailing vessels.
A decorative and authentic addition to a maritime collection or industrial interior.
Photos are part of the description.
The boats are packed with great care, sent by registered post and insured with a track and trace code.
Also see my other listings and possibly save on shipping costs.
Not shipped to the United States.
Seller's Story
,We specialize in antique maritime objects. But also more recent maritime objects, old measuring devices and other curiosities.
The customer comes first with us. We try to handle everything as well as possible and to take care of the shipment in a very good way. If the buyer is not satisfied, we always come to a solution together. See our reviews for confirmation.
We appreciate personal contact, even if there are complaints.
If several lots are purchased in the same auction, we will calculate the cheapest shipping costs based on registered shipping. Shipping costs that are too much collected by Catawiki will be reimbursed to you afterwards
A special set of miniature boats. In total 14 pieces.
Very artfully made. Placed in a wooden box.
Three of the boats are still made from zinc alloy (zamak) or lead. These are very rare boats.
At maritime academies these models were placed on a blue background to train helmsmen and apprentice captains.
Students had to reenact scenarios. Who has the right of way? What do you see when a ship approaches from a certain angle?
The wooden arrow in the box was probably used to indicate wind direction or current direction, which is crucial for maneuvering and for sailing vessels.
A decorative and authentic addition to a maritime collection or industrial interior.
Photos are part of the description.
The boats are packed with great care, sent by registered post and insured with a track and trace code.
Also see my other listings and possibly save on shipping costs.
Not shipped to the United States.
Seller's Story
,We specialize in antique maritime objects. But also more recent maritime objects, old measuring devices and other curiosities.
The customer comes first with us. We try to handle everything as well as possible and to take care of the shipment in a very good way. If the buyer is not satisfied, we always come to a solution together. See our reviews for confirmation.
We appreciate personal contact, even if there are complaints.
If several lots are purchased in the same auction, we will calculate the cheapest shipping costs based on registered shipping. Shipping costs that are too much collected by Catawiki will be reimbursed to you afterwards
Details
Era
1900-2000
Manufacturer/brand
Siku (Gerd Sieper)
Type
Model boats
Country of origin
Germany
Material
Spelter, Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
8 cm
Width
25 cm
Depth
25 cm
Weight
1 kg
Estimated period
1920-1930, 1930-1940, 1940-1950
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