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| Fine ship models are a decorative art form which can enhance one's lifestyle, transcend generations, and create lasting impressions. They reflect a quiet elegance, prestige, and beauty which complement the interior of the most important rooms in one's home, yacht, or office. |
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The prestigious American Marine Model Gallery is appropriately located in historic Salem, Massachusetts, which was one of America's busiest seaports and maritime centers during the Great Age of Sail.
Conveniently located off historic Essex Street, just 3 blocks from the Peabody Essex Museum, our 2,100-square-foot Gallery houses an extensive collection of one-of-a-kind ship models built by the world's finest internationally acclaimed professional and emerging ship model artists. A discriminating selection of rare antique ship models, including ship models by Napoleonic Prisoners of War, Navy Board ship models, Builders' models, and Pond yacht models, is also available. Each ship model adheres to museum quality construction standards and is documented for investment provenance.
Gallery services include: Ship Model Restorations, Ship Model Appraisals, Display Units, Lighting and Custom Ship Models of historic ships, contemporary vessels or modern yachts. |
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R. Michael Wall , owner & director of the Gallery, is recognized by the foremost American and British marine model artists, private and corporate collectors, and international maritime museums as an expert in procuring museum quality ship models.
In 1979, Mr. Wall prepared the definitive report on the standards implied by the phrase "Museum Quality Ship Model," working in conjunction with the combined staffs of Mystic Seaport Museum , the Smithsonian Institution , and The Mariners' Museum . The resulting publication, Ship Model Classification Guidelines © 1980, has provided builders and collectors a standard by which they can analyze and evaluate the efforts put forth on any ship model.
Over twenty-five years of experience in the construction, restoration, appraisal, and sale of fine scale models have given Mr. Wall the knowledge required to represent and sell these unique works of art. His Gallery provides clients with an ideal environment in which to view privately his latest acquisitions and consult with him personally. He, or one of his knowledgeable staff, will guide you through his impressive collection. |
Gallery Hours are:
The Gallery is Open by Appointment.
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20 PLEASANT STREET
- PO BOX 6102, GLOUCESTER,
MASSACHUSETTS, 01930
Telephone: (978) 745-5777 Fax: (978) 745-5778
Email us: wall@shipmodel.com |
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