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Style: American Empire
American Empire Salesman Sample Chest of Drawers
Located in Savannah, GA
An American Empire mahogany miniature salesman's sample chest of drawers, mid-19th century. 12 ¾ inches wide by 7 ¼ inches deep by 13 ¼ inches tall
Category

19th Century American Antique American Empire Models and Miniatures

Materials

Mahogany

American Naval Two Masted Clipper Ship Brig Model Under Glass, US Perry 20th C.
Located in Charleston, SC
American Naval two masted clipper ship brig model mounted on stand under a glass case. The US Perry was a brig commissioned by the United States Navy October 1843 prior to the American Civil War...
Category

20th Century American American Empire Models and Miniatures

Materials

Glass, Mahogany, Pine, Paint

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Large Danish Maple and Mahogany Pond Yacht Ship Model
Located in Kastrup, DK
Large elegant wooden pond yacht ship model in maple and mahogany. High quality, hand-built. Deck fitted with small screws. Denmark 1920-1930....
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Early 20th Century Danish American Empire Models and Miniatures

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Large Danish Maple and Mahogany Pond Yacht Ship Model
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Located in Palm Beach, FL
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c. 1910 Frantz Premier Salesman Sample Vacuum Sweeper
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Folk Art Ship Model
Located in Doylestown, PA
A naive Folk Art ship model in carved wood with fabric sails and elaborate rigging, American, circa 1900.
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20th Century Diorama Folk Art Three Mast Model Ship in a Bottle English, C 1930
Located in Central England, GB
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Located in Norwell, MA
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Antique Miniature Salesman Sample American Empire Oak Tallboy Dresser Chest
Located in Dayton, OH
American Empire miniature salesman sample tallboy chest of drawers, circa 1850s. Made from quartersawn oak and pine with three drawers, turne...
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American Empire models and miniatures for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique American Empire models and miniatures for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage models and miniatures created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include folk art, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with glass, mahogany and other materials. If you’re shopping for used American Empire models and miniatures made in a specific country, there are North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for models and miniatures differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $12,000 and tops out at $12,000 while the average work can sell for $12,000.

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