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Very Rare & Large 19th Century Antique Straw Work Ship Diorama
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
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Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

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    34 years in the antiques trade, miles is constantly sourcing interesting, original, mainly english antique furniture and accessories.
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Very Rare & Large 19th Century Antique Straw Work Ship Diorama

19th century
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Very Rare & Large 19th Century Antique Straw Work Ship Diorama

This English antique cased ship diorama is made entirely in straw work, very rare to find, incredible hand work and still in fantastic condition. Depicting a sailing steam ship within an original painted pine case that has a gilt slip and the original clear glass to the front. A fabulous English 19th century antique diorama that you could look at for hours, dates to around 1870.

Dimensions

Height: 45cm (17.86")

Width: 92cm (36.51")

Depth: 17cm (6.75")

Physical Dimensions
Height
45cm (17.72")
Width
92cm (36.22")
Depth
17cm (6.69")
Declaration

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd has dated this Straw Work Ship Diorama to the 19th Century.

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SA1128757
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Very Rare & Large 19th Century Antique Straw Work Ship Diorama
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This English antique cased ship diorama is made entirely in straw work, very rare to find, incredible hand work and still in fantastic condition.
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

Depicting a sailing steam ship within an original painted pine case that has a gilt slip and the original clear glass to the front. A fabulous English 19th century antique diorama that you could look at for hours, dates to around 1870.

Dimensions

Height: 45cm (17.86")

Width: 92cm (36.51")

Depth: 17cm (6.75")

Height
45cm (17.72")
Width
92cm (36.22")
Depth
17cm (6.69")
Date of Manufacture

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd has dated this Straw Work Ship Diorama to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1128757
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2009

34 years in the antiques trade, miles is constantly sourcing interesting, original, mainly english antique furniture and accessories.

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd Profile Page

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Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA 

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A 19th-century glazed shadow box display case housing a detailed straw work model of a steam and sail vessel set upon a painted sea.
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Archive I A 19th-century glazed shadow box display case housing a detailed straw work model of a steam and sail vessel set upon a painted sea.

Very Rare & Large 19th Century Antique Straw Work Ship Diorama

Archive II A 19th-century glazed shadow box display case housing a detailed straw work model of a steam and sail vessel set upon a painted sea. View II
Archive III A 19th-century glazed shadow box display case housing a detailed straw work model of a steam and sail vessel set upon a painted sea. View III
Archive IV A 19th-century glazed shadow box display case housing a detailed straw work model of a steam and sail vessel set upon a painted sea. View IV
Archive V A 19th-century glazed shadow box display case housing a detailed straw work model of a steam and sail vessel set upon a painted sea. View V
Archive VI A 19th-century glazed shadow box display case housing a detailed straw work model of a steam and sail vessel set upon a painted sea. View VI
Archive VII A 19th-century glazed shadow box display case housing a detailed straw work model of a steam and sail vessel set upon a painted sea. View VII
Archive VIII A 19th-century glazed shadow box display case housing a detailed straw work model of a steam and sail vessel set upon a painted sea. View VIII
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Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Telephone 01524 241716
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North Yorkshire
United Kingdom
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Verified Since May 2009
Items For Sale 164
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Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
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A 19th-century glazed shadow box display case housing a detailed straw work model of a steam and sail vessel set upon a painted sea.
Very Rare & Large 19th Century Antique Straw Work Ship Diorama
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A 19th-century glazed shadow box display case housing a detailed straw work model of a steam and sail vessel set upon a painted sea.
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Straw work maritime art involves the creation of detailed three-dimensional models and decorative panels using flattened, split, and dyed straw. Originating in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, this folk art form was frequently produced by prisoners of war or sailors during extended voyages to depict naval vessels.

Traditional ship dioramas were built using lightweight woods, straw marquetry, bone, thread rigging, and paper. The assembled models were secured within glazed timber display cases, often featuring painted plaster or carved wood to simulate sea waves.

Authentic period examples feature natural variations in the straw patina, age-related oxidation to the varnishes, original hand-cut glass, and period joinery on the timber casing. The presence of hand-carved details and period-appropriate hull profiles also indicates authenticity.

A glazed maritime diorama serves as a prominent focal point when positioned on a sideboard, mantlepiece, or within a library bookcase. Pairing the item with dark woods, brass instrumentation, and structured architectural elements enhances its historical character.

The item must be kept in a climate-controlled environment away from direct sunlight, high humidity, and heat sources to prevent the organic straw from brittle degradation. Dust the outer wooden casing with a dry microfibre cloth and avoid moisture contact with internal components.
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