18-Gun Brig
By: RECENT ACQUISITIONS, ANTIQUE Models, Artist Unknown
Antique near scale wood and painted 18-gun naval brig model c. mid 19th century. This model depicts a typical flush deck naval vessel either of American or British origin. Though old it is more representational of a folk art, Americana or sailor's art given its relatively primitive craftsmanship and overall quality. The model shows a dark green bottom, black topsides with a yellow /ocher gunport band. Guns are brass with wood carriages, includes various deck furniture, fittings and hatch gratings per general era and a full female figurehead. The stern has decorative hand painted windows and details, plus a life boat hanging off stern davits. Fully rigged model and sets into a fitted hull baseboard simulating a sea. Condition: Very Good, Base: 26" L x 14 5/8" W
Model type: Antique, Naval, Recent Acquisitions, Sail
Size: 44 1/4" x 14 1/4" x 41"
Class: A/Special
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