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19th C., Large, Carved Sycamore Model of Luxury Yacht on Marble Base (French)
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19th C., Large, Carved Sycamore Model of Luxury Yacht on Marble Base (French)

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Late 19th Century, Large, Carved Sycamore Model of a Luxury Yacht on Oak Stand and Marble Base (French).

An impressive piece which has to be seen to be fully appreciated. This carved sycamore shipbuilders model of a luxury yacht is carved from one solid piece of sycamore and is heavy, even without its removable marble base. It intricate details include a keel and portholes.

Historically these models would have been used by shipwrights to plan hull design and symmetry, or as a decorative piece to commemorate a specific vessel.

CONDITION:

Wear commensurate with age. No visible cracks or deep scratches.

PROVENANCE:

From the Estate of a second-generation, prominent French gentleman with private apartments in Paris, London and New York. He was a keen sailor and had inherited this piece from his father who was a French Diplomat, explorer and adventurer.

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Date of Manufacture

White Space Antiques has dated this Antique Wooden Yacht Model to the 1880s.

Independent Date Check ID 09394932
Dealer's Item Date1880s
Sellingantiques Date1880s
Sellingantiques agingItem 115-150 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1880s:
Plumb bow and counter stern: late Victorian yacht architecture.
Turned brass baluster supports: period mounting typical of marine show models.
Individually pinned porthole line: careful hand detailing along the sheer strake.
Deeply mellowed timber with natural surface shrinkage: undisturbed age.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
19cm (7.48")
Width
121cm (47.64")
Reference Numbers
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SA1199276
Description
Late 19th Century, Large, Carved Sycamore Model of a Luxury Yacht on Oak Stand and Marble Base (French).

An impressive piece which has to be seen to be fully appreciated.

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This carved sycamore shipbuilders model of a luxury yacht is carved from one solid piece of sycamore and is heavy, even without its removable marble base.
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It intricate details include a keel and portholes.

fig 1. A 19th-century French carved sycamore model of a sleek luxury yacht hull, mounted on brass baluster supports above a rectangular wooden plinth and marble base.
fig 1. 19th C., Large, Carved Sycamore Model of Luxury Yacht on Marble Base (French)

Historically these models would have been used by shipwrights to plan hull design and symmetry, or as a decorative piece to commemorate a specific vessel.

CONDITION:

Wear commensurate with age. No visible cracks or deep scratches.

fig 2. A 19th-century French carved sycamore model of a sleek luxury yacht hull, mounted on brass baluster supports above a rectangular wooden plinth and marble base.
fig 2. 19th C., Large, Carved Sycamore Model of Luxury Yacht on Marble Base (French)

PROVENANCE:

From the Estate of a second-generation, prominent French gentleman with private apartments in Paris, London and New York. He was a keen sailor and had inherited this piece from his father who was a French Diplomat, explorer and adventurer.

WEBSITE:

For more information or more detailed images, please, visit our website:

https://www.WhiteSpaceAntiques.com

Date of Manufacture

White Space Antiques has dated this Antique Wooden Yacht Model to the 1880s.

Independent Date Report ID 09394932
Dealer's Item Date1880s
Sellingantiques dating1880s
Sellingantiques agingItem 115-150 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1880s:
Plumb bow and counter stern: late Victorian yacht architecture.
Turned brass baluster supports: period mounting typical of marine show models.
Individually pinned porthole line: careful hand detailing along the sheer strake.
Deeply mellowed timber with natural surface shrinkage: undisturbed age.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
19cm (7.48")
Width
121cm (47.64")
Reference Numbers
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SA1199276
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Archive I A 19th-century French carved sycamore model of a sleek luxury yacht hull, mounted on brass baluster supports above a rectangular wooden plinth and marble base.

19th C., Large, Carved Sycamore Model of Luxury Yacht on Marble Base (French)

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A 19th-century French carved sycamore model of a sleek luxury yacht hull, mounted on brass baluster supports above a rectangular wooden plinth and marble base.
19th C., Large, Carved Sycamore Model of Luxury Yacht on Marble Base (French)
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A 19th-century French carved sycamore model of a sleek luxury yacht hull, mounted on brass baluster supports above a rectangular wooden plinth and marble base.
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  • ObjectDecorative Object
  • Period19th century
  • Style19th Century Maritime
  • MaterialSycamore, Brass, Marble
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCarved hull, Porthole detailing, Brass supports, Marble base
  • SizeH 19 cm (7 in) x W 121 cm (48 in)

This large decorative object is a 19th-century French model of a luxury yacht, attributed to the 1880 period in a maritime style. The piece is formed from warm brown carved sycamore, mounted on brass baluster supports above a rectangular wooden plinth and a white marble base. The hull shows intricate porthole detailing in a neat linear arrangement, and the hardware includes turned spherical joints on the metal uprights. The item measures 19 cm high and 121 cm wide, with a solid, heavy construction showing minor wear commensurate with age. In a contemporary home, this model suits placement on a sideboard top, bringing a refined nautical element to a gentleman's library or study. The combination of warm timber tones and polished stone creates a striking focal point for a surface display. The piece rests securely on its tiered base, offering a clear view of the sculpted hull and metal supports from all angles.

In the nineteenth century, vessel models were produced either as working scale prototypes for naval architects and shipwrights or as decorative display pieces commissioned by yacht owners. They served as precise visual records of hull proportions, rigging designs, and naval engineering developments of the era.

Craftsmen typically used fine-grained hardwoods such as sycamore, mahogany, walnut, and pine for carving the hull. Precision fittings were cast or turned in brass, copper, and bronze, while display stands frequently incorporated polished marble or heavy timber plinths.

Authentic period examples display signs of hand-carving, historical tool marks, and natural wood shrinkage along the grain. Metal components usually exhibit age-appropriate patination, while bases and mountings show period-correct joinery without modern adhesives or synthetic fasteners.

A carved model vessel serves as a focal point when placed along a sideboard, mantlepiece, or deep bookshelf. Its rich wood tones and sculptural outline pair well with tailored library interiors, traditional country homes, or refined modern spaces seeking architectural contrast.

Dust the wooden hull gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth or light feather duster, avoiding harsh chemical sprays. Clean the marble base using a lightly dampened cloth with mild water, and keep the object away from direct heat sources and excessive moisture to prevent warping.
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