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Antique 19th Century Diorama Guiding Star Boat in Berwick Harbour
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Antique 19th Century Diorama Guiding Star Boat in Berwick Harbour

19th century
Sold 22 October 2025 · Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
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Antique 19th Century Diorama Guiding Star Boat in Berwick Harbour

This large English 19th century antique diorama is of a boat called the Guiding Star which was built in 1889 and sailed from Berwick harbour in Northumberlan, as in the painting. In incredible condition, very well painted background with Berwick harbour buildings, the pier and other maritime boats at sea. The actual boat is hand carved in pine and comes out, proud off the painting background. Mounted in the original frame. Great colour with a wonderful surface and all totally original.

Dimensions

Height: 49cm (19.44")

Width: 78cm (30.95")

Depth: 12cm (4.76")

Physical Dimensions
Height
49cm (19.29")
Width
78cm (30.71")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Declaration

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

Reference Numbers
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SA1169405
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Antique 19th Century Diorama Guiding Star Boat in Berwick Harbour
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This large English 19th century antique diorama is of a boat called the Guiding Star which was built in 1889 and sailed from Berwick harbour in Northumberlan, as in the painting.
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

In incredible condition, very well painted background with Berwick harbour buildings, the pier and other maritime boats at sea. The actual boat is hand carved in pine and comes out, proud off the painting background. Mounted in the original frame. Great colour with a wonderful surface and all totally original.

Dimensions

Height: 49cm (19.44")

Width: 78cm (30.95")

Depth: 12cm (4.76")

Height
49cm (19.29")
Width
78cm (30.71")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1169405
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

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Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Archive I An antique nineteenth-century diorama depicting a painted harbour scene with a three-dimensional carved wooden boat mounted within a dark frame. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique 19th Century Diorama Guiding Star Boat in Berwick Harbour

Archive II An antique nineteenth-century diorama depicting a painted harbour scene with a three-dimensional carved wooden boat mounted within a dark frame. View II
Archive III An antique nineteenth-century diorama depicting a painted harbour scene with a three-dimensional carved wooden boat mounted within a dark frame. View III
Archive IV An antique nineteenth-century diorama depicting a painted harbour scene with a three-dimensional carved wooden boat mounted within a dark frame. View IV
Archive V An antique nineteenth-century diorama depicting a painted harbour scene with a three-dimensional carved wooden boat mounted within a dark frame. View V
Archive VI An antique nineteenth-century diorama depicting a painted harbour scene with a three-dimensional carved wooden boat mounted within a dark frame. View VI
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Archive VIII An antique nineteenth-century diorama depicting a painted harbour scene with a three-dimensional carved wooden boat mounted within a dark frame. View VIII
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Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Telephone 01524 241716
Location
North Yorkshire
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/mga
Verified Since May 2009
Items For Sale 161
Items Sold 10,722
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
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An antique nineteenth-century diorama depicting a painted harbour scene with a three-dimensional carved wooden boat mounted within a dark frame.
Antique 19th Century Diorama Guiding Star Boat in Berwick Harbour
Ref: SA1169405
An antique nineteenth-century diorama depicting a painted harbour scene with a three-dimensional carved wooden boat mounted within a dark frame.
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  • ObjectWall Art
  • Period19th century
  • StyleMaritime Folk Art
  • MaterialWood, Oil Paint, Canvas
  • ColourMulticoloured
  • MotifsCarved half-hull, Painted backdrop, Harbour landscape, Framed shadow box
  • SizeH 49 cm (19 in) x W 78 cm (31 in) x D 12 cm (5 in)

FAQs

An antique diorama ship painting combines a flat painted background with a three-dimensional carved wooden hull protruding from the canvas, creating a realistic perspective of a vessel at sea or in harbour.

These pieces typically feature carved pine or other softwoods for the half-hull model, mounted onto a canvas or board painted with oil colours, and enclosed in a deep wooden frame.

Authenticity is determined by examining the ageing of the oil paint, hand-carved details of the wooden hull, old fixings, and natural oxidisation of the materials within the frame.

This piece can be mounted on a neutral wall to serve as a focal point, pairing well with understated decor that highlights its historical narrative and three-dimensional texture.

Keep the artwork out of direct sunlight to prevent fading of the pigments, and maintain stable indoor humidity levels to protect the wood and canvas from warping.
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