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Large Scale Early 20th Century Shipbuilders Model of Sant'antonio Steamship
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Large Scale Early 20th Century Shipbuilders Model of Sant'antonio Steamship

1900 - 1920
Sold 6 February 2025 · Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd
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A Highly Interesting Large Scale Shipbuilder's Model of the Sant'Antonio Steamship, Early 20th Century.

This intricate model was almost certainly made as a shipbuilder's model for presentation to the original owner of the vessel. The name plate identifies her as the Sant'Antonio and details on the funnels reading OES presumably refer to the name of the shipping firm who owned her at this point in time. The vessel herself must have been enormous and this model, probably made to scale, is extremely large but it is also highly detailed. See for example the details of the rigging, the winches, the porthole-type cabin windows and the series of lifeboats. There are functioning doors and latches, moving propellors and the original paintwork, vividly rendered in blue, red and white.

This piece is a beautiful example of early twentieth century model making, possibly made in Italy judging by the contraction used in the ship's name.

A really interesting and unusual item.

Date of Manufacture

Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd has dated this Shipbuilders Steamship Model to the 1920s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
117cm (46.06")
Width
165cm (64.96")
Depth
49cm (19.29")
Reference Numbers
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SA1080282
Dealers Internal Reference
3407
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A Highly Interesting Large Scale Shipbuilder's Model of the Sant'Antonio Steamship, Early 20th Century.
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This intricate model was almost certainly made as a shipbuilder's model for presentation to the original owner of the vessel.
Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd

The name plate identifies her as the Sant'Antonio and details on the funnels reading OES presumably refer to the name of the shipping firm who owned her at this point in time. The vessel herself must have been enormous and this model, probably made to scale, is extremely large but it is also highly detailed. See for example the details of the rigging, the winches, the porthole-type cabin windows and the series of lifeboats. There are functioning doors and latches, moving propellors and the original paintwork, vividly rendered in blue, red and white.

This piece is a beautiful example of early twentieth century model making, possibly made in Italy judging by the contraction used in the ship's name.

A really interesting and unusual item.

Date of Manufacture

Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd has dated this Shipbuilders Steamship Model to the 1920s.

Height
117cm (46.06")
Width
165cm (64.96")
Depth
49cm (19.29")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1080282
Dealers Internal Ref
3407
Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd
Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2018
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Archive I A large, early 20th-century shipbuilders model of the steamship SantAntonio, featuring a blue hull, red bottom, twin funnels, and detailed deck structures mounted on a wooden base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Large Scale Early 20th Century Shipbuilders Model of Sant'antonio Steamship

Archive II A large, early 20th-century shipbuilders model of the steamship SantAntonio, featuring a blue hull, red bottom, twin funnels, and detailed deck structures mounted on a wooden base. View II
Archive III A large, early 20th-century shipbuilders model of the steamship SantAntonio, featuring a blue hull, red bottom, twin funnels, and detailed deck structures mounted on a wooden base. View III
Archive IV A large, early 20th-century shipbuilders model of the steamship SantAntonio, featuring a blue hull, red bottom, twin funnels, and detailed deck structures mounted on a wooden base. View IV
Archive V A large, early 20th-century shipbuilders model of the steamship SantAntonio, featuring a blue hull, red bottom, twin funnels, and detailed deck structures mounted on a wooden base. View V
Archive VI A large, early 20th-century shipbuilders model of the steamship SantAntonio, featuring a blue hull, red bottom, twin funnels, and detailed deck structures mounted on a wooden base. View VI
Archive VII A large, early 20th-century shipbuilders model of the steamship SantAntonio, featuring a blue hull, red bottom, twin funnels, and detailed deck structures mounted on a wooden base. View VII
Archive VIII A large, early 20th-century shipbuilders model of the steamship SantAntonio, featuring a blue hull, red bottom, twin funnels, and detailed deck structures mounted on a wooden base. View VIII
Archive IX A large, early 20th-century shipbuilders model of the steamship SantAntonio, featuring a blue hull, red bottom, twin funnels, and detailed deck structures mounted on a wooden base. View IX
Archive X A large, early 20th-century shipbuilders model of the steamship SantAntonio, featuring a blue hull, red bottom, twin funnels, and detailed deck structures mounted on a wooden base. View X
Archive XI A large, early 20th-century shipbuilders model of the steamship SantAntonio, featuring a blue hull, red bottom, twin funnels, and detailed deck structures mounted on a wooden base. View XI
Archive XII A large, early 20th-century shipbuilders model of the steamship SantAntonio, featuring a blue hull, red bottom, twin funnels, and detailed deck structures mounted on a wooden base. View XII
Archive XIII A large, early 20th-century shipbuilders model of the steamship SantAntonio, featuring a blue hull, red bottom, twin funnels, and detailed deck structures mounted on a wooden base. View XIII
Archive XIV A large, early 20th-century shipbuilders model of the steamship SantAntonio, featuring a blue hull, red bottom, twin funnels, and detailed deck structures mounted on a wooden base. View XIV
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Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd

Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd
Telephone 01858 882005 or 07811 127428
Location
Lodge Farm
Walton Lane
Husbands Bosworth
Leicestershire
LE17 6NN
United Kingdom

By appointment only
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/leewrightantiques
Verified Since Nov 2018
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Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd
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A large, early 20th-century shipbuilders model of the steamship SantAntonio, featuring a blue hull, red bottom, twin funnels, and detailed deck structures mounted on a wooden base.
Large Scale Early 20th Century Shipbuilders Model of Sant'Antonio Steamship
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A large, early 20th-century shipbuilders model of the steamship SantAntonio, featuring a blue hull, red bottom, twin funnels, and detailed deck structures mounted on a wooden base.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDecorative Models
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleIndustrial Maritime
  • MaterialWood, Metal, Paint
  • ColourBlue, Red, Ochre
  • MotifsTwin funnels, Rigging and masts, Deck lifeboats, Painted hull
  • SizeH 117 cm (46 in) x W 165 cm (65 in) x D 49 cm (19 in)

FAQs

Shipbuilders and marine engineers created scale models in the early 20th century primarily for display, client presentations, and design testing before full-scale construction began.

These models were typically constructed using a combination of carved timber, metal rigging, brass fittings, and hand-painted finishes to accurately replicate the details of the original vessels.

Authentic period pieces typically exhibit genuine age-related patination, hand-painted details, traditional joinery methods, and construction materials consistent with early 20th-century craftsmanship.

A large maritime model works best as a striking focal point atop a substantial piece of furniture, such as a sideboard or console table, within a study, hallway, or living space.

Preservation requires keeping the model out of direct sunlight to prevent paint fading, maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, and gently removing dust using a soft-bristled brush.
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