SHIP IN A BOTTLE WITH UNIQUE, FAUX PAINTED, STAND. Excellent quality example showing a white hull sailing ship being escorted in a harbor by a steam tug. In the background is a wonderful depiction of a small village with five colorful buildings including a church, town hall with a large flag and some houses. Around the buildings are several trees. Separating the village and the water is a sea wall. Bottle length 12". Nicely mounted in its original, custom made, wood stand that retains its faux painted finish done in a mottled motif. Base color is deep maroon covered with black and gold dappling throughout. Round carrying handle gold colored. Overall length 14" x 7 1/2" high. Condition overall excellent with painted surface having nice age color and alligatored surface. As an afterthought maker cut a small window into the backboard to allow in more light. Unusual to find these with so much detail in the bottle. Circa 1890.
We are always interested in purchasing nautical antiques. If you are selling one piece or your entire collection we would appreciate hearing from you.
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PO Box 765
Kennebunkport, Maine 04046
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