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Extraordinary Carved Wood Antique British Ship's Figurehead for Restoration
About the Item
A fine massive and elaborate 18th/19th century English
hand carved, geso and paint decorated
ship's masthead of Admiral Horatio Lord Nelson. Traditionally carved in Maritime tradition and having great weight and excellent age/use patina.
Lord Nelson is the famous historical figure and English naval commander who died during
the Battle of Trafalgar, leading Britain to Victory
over the French navy during the Napoleonic Wars.
Dressed in a gold accented official naval blue uniform,
with appropriate hat, and light blue sash.
Condition : Please see detail photos. Restoration recommended. Some level of stabilization or restoration is recommended. Various signs of age include some stable areas of dry rot, paint and wood losses, active flaking and weathering. All of the aforementioned is for accuracy as the Figurehead presents in a historical and extraordinary manner.
Mounted with iron hardware on verso.
- Dimensions:Height: 61.5 in (156.21 cm)Width: 29 in (73.66 cm)Depth: 14.5 in (36.83 cm)
- Style:Georgian (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
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- Date of Manufacture:19th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading.
- Seller Location:Bridgeport, CT
- Reference Number:Seller: 947991stDibs: LU1755214561451
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