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Large Ship's Porthole
Waterfall Antiques
for sale €263     $286
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Large Ship's Porthole

1900 - 1920
Description

An impressive ship's porthole in full working order. This wonderful example, measuring over ½ metre across, is in beautifully heavily engineered brass (or possibly bronze even), and it retains its original thick glass in good order. It is believed to be English, and it dates from the early part of the 20th century, c.1900 — c.1920.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
52.7cm (20.75")
Width
52.7cm (20.75")
Depth
12.8cm (5.04")
Declaration

Waterfall Antiques has dated this Antique Bronze Ship Porthole to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA652496
Dealers Internal Reference
K9685
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Description
An impressive ship's porthole in full working order.
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This wonderful example, measuring over ½ metre across, is in beautifully heavily engineered brass (or possibly bronze even), and it retains its original thick glass in good order.
Waterfall Antiques

It is believed to be English, and it dates from the early part of the 20th century, c.1900 — c.1920.

Height
52.7cm (20.75")
Width
52.7cm (20.75")
Depth
12.8cm (5.04")
Date of Manufacture

Waterfall Antiques has dated this Antique Bronze Ship Porthole to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA652496
Dealers Internal Ref
K9685
Waterfall Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2014
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Waterfall Antiques Profile Page

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A heavy antique bronze circular ship porthole featuring visible hinge mounts, dog-bolt fasteners, a clear glass pane, and natural green patina.
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Archive I A heavy antique bronze circular ship porthole featuring visible hinge mounts, dog-bolt fasteners, a clear glass pane, and natural green patina.

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Archive II A heavy antique bronze circular ship porthole featuring visible hinge mounts, dog-bolt fasteners, a clear glass pane, and natural green patina. View II
Archive III A heavy antique bronze circular ship porthole featuring visible hinge mounts, dog-bolt fasteners, a clear glass pane, and natural green patina. View III
Archive IV A heavy antique bronze circular ship porthole featuring visible hinge mounts, dog-bolt fasteners, a clear glass pane, and natural green patina. View IV
Archive V A heavy antique bronze circular ship porthole featuring visible hinge mounts, dog-bolt fasteners, a clear glass pane, and natural green patina. View V
Archive VI A heavy antique bronze circular ship porthole featuring visible hinge mounts, dog-bolt fasteners, a clear glass pane, and natural green patina. View VI
Archive VII A heavy antique bronze circular ship porthole featuring visible hinge mounts, dog-bolt fasteners, a clear glass pane, and natural green patina. View VII
Archive VIII A heavy antique bronze circular ship porthole featuring visible hinge mounts, dog-bolt fasteners, a clear glass pane, and natural green patina. View VIII
Archive IX A heavy antique bronze circular ship porthole featuring visible hinge mounts, dog-bolt fasteners, a clear glass pane, and natural green patina. View IX
Archive X A heavy antique bronze circular ship porthole featuring visible hinge mounts, dog-bolt fasteners, a clear glass pane, and natural green patina. View X
Archive XI A heavy antique bronze circular ship porthole featuring visible hinge mounts, dog-bolt fasteners, a clear glass pane, and natural green patina. View XI
Archive XII A heavy antique bronze circular ship porthole featuring visible hinge mounts, dog-bolt fasteners, a clear glass pane, and natural green patina. View XII
Archive XIII A heavy antique bronze circular ship porthole featuring visible hinge mounts, dog-bolt fasteners, a clear glass pane, and natural green patina. View XIII
Archive XIV A heavy antique bronze circular ship porthole featuring visible hinge mounts, dog-bolt fasteners, a clear glass pane, and natural green patina. View XIV
Archive XV A heavy antique bronze circular ship porthole featuring visible hinge mounts, dog-bolt fasteners, a clear glass pane, and natural green patina. View XV
Archive XVI A heavy antique bronze circular ship porthole featuring visible hinge mounts, dog-bolt fasteners, a clear glass pane, and natural green patina. View XVI
Archive XVII A heavy antique bronze circular ship porthole featuring visible hinge mounts, dog-bolt fasteners, a clear glass pane, and natural green patina. View XVII
Archive XVIII A heavy antique bronze circular ship porthole featuring visible hinge mounts, dog-bolt fasteners, a clear glass pane, and natural green patina. View XVIII
Archive XIX A heavy antique bronze circular ship porthole featuring visible hinge mounts, dog-bolt fasteners, a clear glass pane, and natural green patina. View XIX
Archive XX A heavy antique bronze circular ship porthole featuring visible hinge mounts, dog-bolt fasteners, a clear glass pane, and natural green patina. View XX
Archive XXI A heavy antique bronze circular ship porthole featuring visible hinge mounts, dog-bolt fasteners, a clear glass pane, and natural green patina. View XXI
Archive XXII A heavy antique bronze circular ship porthole featuring visible hinge mounts, dog-bolt fasteners, a clear glass pane, and natural green patina. View XXII
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Telephone 07595 278848
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BA1 5BN
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Waterfall Antiques
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Location: 57 Walcot Street, Bath, Somerset, BA1 5BN, United Kingdom
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A heavy antique bronze circular ship porthole featuring visible hinge mounts, dog-bolt fasteners, a clear glass pane, and natural green patina.
Large ship's porthole
Ref: SA652496
A heavy antique bronze circular ship porthole featuring visible hinge mounts, dog-bolt fasteners, a clear glass pane, and natural green patina.
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FAQs

Portholes, historically known as portlights, were developed to provide light and ventilation to the lower decks of maritime vessels while maintaining structural integrity and watertight sealing during rough seas.

Maritime portholes were typically cast from heavy-gauge bronze, brass, or gunmetal due to their resistance to saltwater corrosion, paired with thick toughened glass panes.

Authentic maritime portholes feature heavy cast metal construction, substantial weight, manual dog-bolt locking mechanisms, integrated hinge assemblies, and natural surface oxidisation.

Portholes are frequently repurposed as architectural feature windows, mirrored wall decor, or statement installations within industrial and nautical-themed interiors.

Maintain natural patina by dusting with a soft dry cloth and applying microcrystalline wax, avoiding harsh chemical polishers that strip historical surface oxidisation.
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