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Rustic Ship Diorama

1900 - 1920
Sold 5 June 2025 · Andros Antiques
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Description

This Rustic Ship Diorama has so much charm and has a real character to it. Presented in a simple frame, the actual boats have a particularly good depth to them to give an enhanced 3D look.

The larger ship resplendently displaying a full array of sails, is supported by the much smaller boat in the bottom corner helping to give scale to the scene.

Would look great in any nautically themed environment.

Circa 1920s

Dimensions

Width 25½in/65cm

Depth 3in/8cm

Height 15in/38cm

Date of Manufacture

Andros Antiques has dated this Antique Ship Diorama to the 1920s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
38cm (14.96")
Width
65cm (25.59")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1087244
Dealers Internal Reference
1454
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Description
This Rustic Ship Diorama has so much charm and has a real character to it.
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Presented in a simple frame, the actual boats have a particularly good depth to them to give an enhanced 3D look.
Andros Antiques

The larger ship resplendently displaying a full array of sails, is supported by the much smaller boat in the bottom corner helping to give scale to the scene.

Would look great in any nautically themed environment.

Circa 1920s

Dimensions

Width 25½in/65cm

Depth 3in/8cm

Height 15in/38cm

Date of Manufacture

Andros Antiques has dated this Antique Ship Diorama to the 1920s.

Height
38cm (14.96")
Width
65cm (25.59")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1087244
Dealers Internal Ref
1454
Andros Antiques
Andros Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2018

Andros antiques has been created by two colleagues with over 80 years of experience in the antique furniture trade.

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A framed antique diorama featuring a detailed wooden sailing ship model against a hand-painted blue sky and sea background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A framed antique diorama featuring a detailed wooden sailing ship model against a hand-painted blue sky and sea background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Rustic Ship Diorama

Archive II A framed antique diorama featuring a detailed wooden sailing ship model against a hand-painted blue sky and sea background. View II
Archive III A framed antique diorama featuring a detailed wooden sailing ship model against a hand-painted blue sky and sea background. View III
Archive IV A framed antique diorama featuring a detailed wooden sailing ship model against a hand-painted blue sky and sea background. View IV
Archive V A framed antique diorama featuring a detailed wooden sailing ship model against a hand-painted blue sky and sea background. View V
Archive VI A framed antique diorama featuring a detailed wooden sailing ship model against a hand-painted blue sky and sea background. View VI
Archive VII A framed antique diorama featuring a detailed wooden sailing ship model against a hand-painted blue sky and sea background. View VII
Archive VIII A framed antique diorama featuring a detailed wooden sailing ship model against a hand-painted blue sky and sea background. View VIII
Archive IX A framed antique diorama featuring a detailed wooden sailing ship model against a hand-painted blue sky and sea background. View IX
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Andros Antiques

Andros Antiques
Telephone 07850 441047
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United Kingdom

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Verified Since Apr 2018
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A framed antique diorama featuring a detailed wooden sailing ship model against a hand-painted blue sky and sea background.
Rustic Ship Diorama
Ref: SA1087244
A framed antique diorama featuring a detailed wooden sailing ship model against a hand-painted blue sky and sea background.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDecorative Wall Art
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleMaritime Folk Art
  • MaterialWood, Canvas, Paint
  • ColourBlue and Brown
  • MotifsHand-carved hull, Fabric sails, Rigged cordage, Painted skyscape
  • SizeH 38 cm (15 in) x W 65 cm (26 in) x D 8 cm (3 in)

FAQs

Nautical dioramas and shadow boxes traditionally originated in coastal communities, often crafted by sailors, hobbyists, or local artisans using salvaged wood, canvas, and thread to depict historical vessels and sea scenes.

Authentic pieces typically feature hand-carved wooden hulls, fabric or paper sails, rigging made from cord or thread, and hand-painted backdrops encased within a wooden shadow box frame.

Authentication involves inspecting the materials for age-appropriate oxidisation, hand-forged or early metal fixings, genuine wear on the painted surfaces, and traditional construction methods rather than synthetic glues or modern plastics.

This piece can be mounted on a feature wall within a study, hallway, or living space to add maritime character, paired with neutral walls and minimal surrounding decor to let the craftsmanship stand out.

Preserve the item by keeping it out of direct sunlight to prevent fading of the painted background and fabric sails, and maintain a stable indoor humidity level to protect the fragile wooden and textile components.
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