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Maritime Antique Carved and Gilded Ships Billet Head.
$2,600
$3,25020% Off
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CA$3,643.45
CA$4,554.3120% Off
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NOK 26,692.65
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About the Item
Maritime Antique Carved and Gilded Ships Billet Head.
Rare original sailing ship’s billet head prow decoration. It is most likely an excellently preserved relic from a remarkable ship. This stunning example dates from the 19th century. The billet head is water gilded and profusely carved with scrolled leaves in foliate design. It was executed by a master carver, who carried on the tradition of this exceptional craft. A billet head is an ornately carved wooden sculpture, attached to the bowsprit to substitute the earlier heavy figureheads. Although it is an elaborate and expensive shipboard decoration, it is a superb piece of carved marine art.
A very unique and rare find of nautical history.
Condition is good. Wear due to age and use. Base is repainted.
Measurements: 21” Length x 16” W x 14” D
Weight: 32lbs.
- Dimensions:Height: 16 in (40.64 cm)Width: 21 in (53.34 cm)Depth: 14 in (35.56 cm)
- Style:Baroque (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:19th Century
- Condition:Additions or alterations made to the original: base is repainted.3250. Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Vero Beach, FL
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU3915341107982
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