Antique Chinese White Metal Sailing Junk Boat

1900 - 1920

Sold by Rams Head Antiques

Description

This a charming antique Chinese white metal model of a sailing junk which dates from the early 20th century circa 1910. The junk is well modelled with great attention to detail, having rigging, coiled ropes, oars and harpoons as well as a cabin on deck for the crew. The junk has three colourful decorative pom poms on wire above the sails that add charm and colour. This is mounted on an ebonised carved wood base that simulates the waves of the sea. The piece measures 36 cms high by 20 cms wide and 10 cms deep.

UK delivery is £18

Physical Dimensions

Height

36cm (14.17")

Width

20cm (7.87")

Depth

10cm (3.94")

Declaration

Rams Head Antiques has dated this piece to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA571081

Dealers Notes

Rams Head Antiques is a family business based in Wolsingham in Weardale where we have had shop premises for 28 years. The shop is generally open every Saturday from 11 am till 3 pm.

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Description

This a charming antique Chinese white metal model of a sailing junk which dates from the early 20th century circa 1910.

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The junk is well modelled with great attention to detail, having rigging, coiled ropes, oars and harpoons as well as a cabin on deck for the crew.

Rams Head Antiques

The junk has three colourful decorative pom poms on wire above the sails that add charm and colour. This is mounted on an ebonised carved wood base that simulates the waves of the sea. The piece measures 36 cms high by 20 cms wide and 10 cms deep.

UK delivery is £18