Figure - Barco en plata - .800 silver

Magnificent historic silver galleon model – signed B.H. Richard – Italy, 20th century

Impressive miniature sculpture representing a classic European galleon, made in silver with a high level of detail and mounted on an elegant wooden base.

This type of vessel, the galleon, was one of the fundamental pillars of European maritime expansion between the 16th and 18th centuries. Used for both trade and exploration and defense, the galleon symbolizes the era of great discoveries and the naval power of empires such as Spain and other Mediterranean kingdoms.

The piece captures with great precision the essence of these historic ships:
• full sail plan with multiple masts
• complex rigging handmade
• hull richly detailed with reliefs and architectural structures
• flags and decorative elements that evoke classic navigation

Signed on the base as “B.H. Richard,” which adds collector interest and suggests European production, probably Italian.

Material and technique:
• Silver (stamped 800)
• Handcrafted with manual assembly
• Solid wooden base

Measurements:
• Height: 16.5 cm
• Length: 15.5 cm
• Width: 5.5 cm

Weight:
• Total weight: 400 g
• Ship weight (silver only): 300 g

Condition:
Good overall condition with patina appropriate to the passage of time. Slight wear on the cords and sails, consistent with its artisanal character."