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Welsh 19th Century Antique Ship Diorama
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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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Welsh 19th Century Antique Ship Diorama

19th century
Sold 23 April 2025 · Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
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Welsh 19th Century Antique Ship Diorama

This is a lovely Welsh antique sailing ship diorama, that is all very original. Mounted in a painted pine case with a clear glass front, both the large and small sailing ships have carved pine sails. The ships are in very good, intact condition and finished in the original paint.

Dimensions

Height: 30cm (11.90")

Width: 44cm (17.46")

Depth: 9cm (3.57")

Date of Manufacture

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

Physical Dimensions
Height
30cm (11.81")
Width
44cm (17.32")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Reference Numbers
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SA1138062
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Description
Welsh 19th Century Antique Ship Diorama

This is a lovely Welsh antique sailing ship diorama, that is all very original.

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Mounted in a painted pine case with a clear glass front, both the large and small sailing ships have carved pine sails.
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

The ships are in very good, intact condition and finished in the original paint.

Dimensions

Height: 30cm (11.90")

Width: 44cm (17.46")

Depth: 9cm (3.57")

Date of Manufacture

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

Height
30cm (11.81")
Width
44cm (17.32")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1138062
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.

Dealer Profile

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

Trade Associations

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA 

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A framed wooden shadow box containing a detailed model of a sailing ship with white sails set against a painted blue background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A framed wooden shadow box containing a detailed model of a sailing ship with white sails set against a painted blue background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Welsh 19th Century Antique Ship Diorama

Archive II A framed wooden shadow box containing a detailed model of a sailing ship with white sails set against a painted blue background. View II
Archive III A framed wooden shadow box containing a detailed model of a sailing ship with white sails set against a painted blue background. View III
Archive IV A framed wooden shadow box containing a detailed model of a sailing ship with white sails set against a painted blue background. View IV
Archive V A framed wooden shadow box containing a detailed model of a sailing ship with white sails set against a painted blue background. View V
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Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Telephone 01524 241716
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North Yorkshire
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/mga
Verified Since May 2009
Items For Sale 160
Items Sold 10,768
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
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A framed wooden shadow box containing a detailed model of a sailing ship with white sails set against a painted blue background.
Welsh 19th Century Antique Ship Diorama
Ref: SA1138062
A framed wooden shadow box containing a detailed model of a sailing ship with white sails set against a painted blue background.
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  • ObjectDecorative Art
  • Period19th century
  • StyleMaritime Folk Art
  • MaterialWood, Fabric, Glass, Paper
  • ColourBlue and Brown
  • MotifsHand-carved wooden hull, Detailed textile sails, Painted ocean backdrop, Miniature rigging
  • SizeH 30 cm (12 in) x W 44 cm (17 in) x D 9 cm (4 in)

FAQs

An antique ship diorama is a three-dimensional model of a sailing vessel enclosed in a glazed wooden case, often created by sailors or coastal craftsmen during the 18th and 19th centuries to depict specific naval vessels or maritime scenes.

These pieces were typically constructed using carved wood for the hull and masts, painted fabric, paper or parchment for the sails, thread or wire for the rigging, and putty, plaster, or carved wood sculpted to represent stylised ocean waves.

Authentic period pieces feature hand-carved components, period-accurate ship rigging, aged patination on the wood and painted surfaces, handmade nails or construction joints, and often subtle signs of natural wear consistent with age.

This item can be displayed as a focal point on a bookshelf, mantelpiece, or console table, pairing effectively with neutral backgrounds, dark timber furniture, or coastal-inspired design schemes to highlight its historical craftsmanship.

Preservation requires keeping the object away from direct sunlight to prevent fading of the painted background and sails, maintaining stable indoor humidity levels to protect the delicate wood and paper elements, and dusting the exterior glass carefully with a soft cloth.
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