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A Victorian shipyard model of a sloop

Offered by: Wick Antiques LTD

Description
A Victorian shipyard model of a sloop. This large boxwood model has a truncated mast and retractable bowsprit. The hull has an upright stem, wide beam, four metal rigging blocks on each side and a single anchor in the bow. The deck has two sets of glass sky lights, two covered companionways, belaying pins and two capstans, one for the anchor and the other for the bowsprit. The finely carved tiller has a knotted rope terminal and controls the working rudder. It is raised on a fitted stand with three brackets. English, circa 1860.

More Information

Origin:	England
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Boxwood
Condition:	Good.
Creation Date:	Circa 1860
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Incollect Reference #:	739773

Dimensions

W.	54.25 in;	H.	23.5 in;	D.	12.5 in;
W.	137.8 cm;	H.	59.69 cm;	D.	31.75 cm;

Message from Seller:

Wick Antiques, established by Charles Wallrock in the early 1980s, specializes in fine antiques with a reputation built on extensive knowledge and long-standing relationships, including with Harrods. Contact Charles at 44.159.067.7558 or via email at charles@wickantiques.co.uk for exceptional pieces curated by a team with expertise in Islamic, Japanese, and fine works of art.