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Vintage Mamod steam model, 1960s
Vintage Mamod steam model, 1960s

Vintage Mamod steam model, 1960s

Located in Palermo, IT

Vintage Mamod steam model, 1960s Featuring a real working steam engine with boiler.

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Vintage 1960s British Models and Miniatures

Materials

Metal

Model of the Steam Tug Lackawana
Model of the Steam Tug Lackawana

Model of the Steam Tug Lackawana

Located in Norwell, MA

The full hull model is in a glass case 9" wide x 14" high x 22" long.

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Vintage 1980s North American Models and Miniatures

Materials

Wood

Model of the Steam Yacht "Aphrodite"
Model of the Steam Yacht "Aphrodite"

Model of the Steam Yacht "Aphrodite"

Located in Norwell, MA

Cased model of the steam yacht “Aphrodite”. “Aphrodite” was launched in Bath, Maine in 1898, designed by Charles Hanscom.

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20th Century Models and Miniatures

Van Ryper Model of Steam Yacht Corsair
Van Ryper Model of Steam Yacht Corsair

Van Ryper Model of Steam Yacht Corsair

Located in Norwell, MA

Original blueprint drawing of a motor yacht from Eldredge Mcinnis name Architects, Engineers, and Yacht Brokers, 131 State St. Boston Mass. The plan is three eights of an inch to a f...

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Vintage 1940s North American Models and Miniatures

Materials

Wood

Elegant Half Model of the Steam Yacht Corsair
Elegant Half Model of the Steam Yacht Corsair

Elegant Half Model of the Steam Yacht Corsair

Located in Norwell, MA

Scale half model of JP Morgan's private steam yacht "Corsair II", flagship of the New York Yacht Club.

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2010s North American Models and Miniatures

Materials

Wood

Museum Quality Model of American Steam Yacht Harvard
Museum Quality Model of American Steam Yacht Harvard

Museum Quality Model of American Steam Yacht Harvard

Located in Norwell, MA

Expertly crafted model of George Baker's private steam yacht "Harvard".

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1990s American Models and Miniatures

Materials

Wood

Half Block Model of the Steam Ship ‘Glamis Castle’
Half Block Model of the Steam Ship ‘Glamis Castle’

Half Block Model of the Steam Ship ‘Glamis Castle’

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

A half block model of the steam ship ‘Glamis Castle’, the ship shown with two truncated masts, a funnel and a boxwood hull with the original painted black top-sides, all set on a fid...

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Antique 1870s Scottish Models and Miniatures

Materials

Maple, Walnut

Steam powered model of a WWI era Laforey-class destroyer
Steam powered model of a WWI era Laforey-class destroyer

Steam powered model of a WWI era Laforey-class destroyer

Located in London, GB

A steam powered model of a WWI era Laforey-class destroyer, circa 1915.

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Early 20th Century English Models and Miniatures

Materials

Brass, Iron, Tin, Copper

STUART TURNER 1898-1906 England Antique Half Beam Steam Engine Model
STUART TURNER 1898-1906 England Antique Half Beam Steam Engine Model

STUART TURNER 1898-1906 England Antique Half Beam Steam Engine Model

Located in Miami, FL

Stuart Turner went on to produce further model steam designs, and in 1906 there were nine models in the range.

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Antique 1890s English Industrial Models and Miniatures

Materials

Bronze, Copper, Steel, Iron

Model of the 4-6-0 steam locomotive the Black Knight
Model of the 4-6-0 steam locomotive the Black Knight

Model of the 4-6-0 steam locomotive the Black Knight

Located in London, GB

3 ½ inch gauge model of the 4-6-0 steam locomotive the Black Knight.

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Mid-20th Century English Models and Miniatures

Materials

Brass, Copper, Steel

Shipyard Model of the Wooden Steam Ship ‘S.S. F.W.Harris’
Shipyard Model of the Wooden Steam Ship ‘S.S. F.W.Harris’

Shipyard Model of the Wooden Steam Ship ‘S.S. F.W.Harris’

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

A shipyard model of the wooden steam ship ‘S.S. F.W.Harris’, 1877, the hull painted rust-red with black top sides and a black funnel, finely detailed with nickel-plated deck fittings...

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Antique 1870s English Models and Miniatures

Materials

Satinwood

STEAM ENGINE 1880 Tom Thumb Patent Scale Model Car With Wheels Polished Brass
STEAM ENGINE 1880 Tom Thumb Patent Scale Model Car With Wheels Polished Brass

STEAM ENGINE 1880 Tom Thumb Patent Scale Model Car With Wheels Polished Brass

By Tom Thumb

Located in Miami, FL

An antique Tom-Thumb steam engine model designed by Peter Cooper. This is a superb antique scale model created in America of the Tom-Thumb steam locomotive.

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Antique 1880s American Industrial Models and Miniatures

Materials

Brass, Bronze

DOLL & CO. 1900 German Antique Steam Twin Cylinders Piston Engine Machine
DOLL & CO. 1900 German Antique Steam Twin Cylinders Piston Engine Machine

DOLL & CO. 1900 German Antique Steam Twin Cylinders Piston Engine Machine

By Doll et Cie

Located in Miami, FL

Manufacturer: Doll & Co. Model: German Model Twin Cylinder Live Steam Engine.

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Antique Early 1900s German Industrial Models and Miniatures

Materials

Bronze, Steel, Iron

Superb Model Steam Engine
Superb Model Steam Engine

Superb Model Steam Engine

Located in Lincolnshire, GB

A fine example of a mid 19th century model steam engine with boiler and a circular saw.

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Antique 19th Century English More Furniture and Collectibles

Steam Yacht Model of the "Harvard"
Steam Yacht Model of the "Harvard"

Steam Yacht Model of the "Harvard"

Located in Norwell, MA

Expertly crafted model of George Baker's private steam yacht "Harvard".

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20th Century Nautical Objects

Working Model of a Steam Launch
Working Model of a Steam Launch

Working Model of a Steam Launch

Located in Woodbury, CT

Scratch-built working steam launch. Boiler connects to a dual-piston drive that directly powers a single propeller.

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20th Century British Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass, Copper

Large Steam Engine Model 'Mamod Steam Wagon' Decorative Shelf Art Vintage Toy
Large Steam Engine Model 'Mamod Steam Wagon' Decorative Shelf Art Vintage Toy

Large Steam Engine Model 'Mamod Steam Wagon' Decorative Shelf Art Vintage Toy

Located in Llanbrynmair, GB

A lovely old British Made Vintage Steam Engine Model. The piece has good scale and a beautiful vintage patina, ideal as an art piece or shelf model.

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Vintage 1970s Victorian Mobiles and Kinetic Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Antique Schaeffer & Budenberg Stationary Steam Engine Model w Copper Boiler
Antique Schaeffer & Budenberg Stationary Steam Engine Model w Copper Boiler

Antique Schaeffer & Budenberg Stationary Steam Engine Model w Copper Boiler

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique 19th century Schaeffer & Budenberg stationary steam engine model. Made of cast iron featuring copper boiler The Budenberg Gauge Company was founded in 1918.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Industrial Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal, Copper

Chroma, iridescent cast glass & model train steam chassis sculpture by Jon Lewis
Chroma, iridescent cast glass & model train steam chassis sculpture by Jon Lewis

Chroma, iridescent cast glass & model train steam chassis sculpture by Jon Lewis

By Jon Lewis

Located in London, GB

'Chroma' is a unique sculpture by the British artist, Jon Lewis, created from cast glass, steel, brass, dichroic filter & a modified model steam chassis. Lewis’ first introduction...

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2010s British Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Folk Art Model of a Toy Depicting a Steam Train, USA, 1900
Folk Art Model of a Toy Depicting a Steam Train, USA, 1900

Folk Art Model of a Toy Depicting a Steam Train, USA, 1900

Located in Milan, IT

A toy model of Folk art, steam train, consisting of two elements, the locomotive and a coal wagon.

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Early 20th Century American Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Metal, Brass

Helios, iridescent cast glass & model train steam chassis sculpture by Jon Lewis
Helios, iridescent cast glass & model train steam chassis sculpture by Jon Lewis

Helios, iridescent cast glass & model train steam chassis sculpture by Jon Lewis

By Jon Lewis

Located in London, GB

'Helios' is a unique sculpture by the British artist, Jon Lewis, created from cast glass, steel, brass, dichroic filter & a modified 2½” gage model steam chassis. Lewis’ first int...

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2010s British Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Brass, Steel

Fine 19th Century English Mahogany Schooner Steam Boad Model in Custom Case Rare
Fine 19th Century English Mahogany Schooner Steam Boad Model in Custom Case Rare

Fine 19th Century English Mahogany Schooner Steam Boad Model in Custom Case Rare

Located in Buchanan, MI

Fine 19th century English mahogany schooner steam boad model in custom case. Great attention to detail.

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Antique 19th Century English Adirondack Natural Specimens

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

19th Century Cornish Copper Folk Art Steam Train, Locomotive Weathervane
19th Century Cornish Copper Folk Art Steam Train, Locomotive Weathervane

19th Century Cornish Copper Folk Art Steam Train, Locomotive Weathervane

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

19th century Cornish copper Folk Art steam train, locomotive weathervane The model steam train at the top of this Weathervane is hand made in Cornish copper, the Locomotive is quite...

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Antique Late 19th Century Folk Art Weathervanes

Materials

Copper

DOLL & Co. 1900 Germany Crank Windmill Hammermill Steam Engine Tin Toy
DOLL & Co. 1900 Germany Crank Windmill Hammermill Steam Engine Tin Toy

DOLL & Co. 1900 Germany Crank Windmill Hammermill Steam Engine Tin Toy

By Doll et Cie

Located in Miami, FL

Doll & Co. specialized in steam toys and steam engines. The company made and sold model steam engines, steam toys, and steam accessories such as tractors, cars, trains, sawmills, fou...

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Antique Early 1900s German Late Victorian Toys and Dolls

Materials

Tin

Amazing Scratch Built Locomotive English Folkart Model
Amazing Scratch Built Locomotive English Folkart Model

Amazing Scratch Built Locomotive English Folkart Model

Located in London, GB

Amazing Scratch Built Locomotives One of the best examples of English scratch built folk art models we have uncovered. Modelled on an steam locomotive this item has been constructed ...

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Vintage 1920s British Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Metal

Mid-19th Century C. F. Gardiner Vibrating Propeller Patent Model, Numbered
Mid-19th Century C. F. Gardiner Vibrating Propeller Patent Model, Numbered

Mid-19th Century C. F. Gardiner Vibrating Propeller Patent Model, Numbered

Located in Dekalb, IL

Representing a proposed innovation in marine propulsion during a period of rapid advancement in steam-powered transportation, the model reflects Gardiner's technical vision and craft...

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Antique Mid-19th Century American Industrial Nautical Objects

Materials

Wood

Prison Folk Art Matchstick Model Boat Ship Maritime Night Light Sculpture 31"
Prison Folk Art Matchstick Model Boat Ship Maritime Night Light Sculpture 31"

Prison Folk Art Matchstick Model Boat Ship Maritime Night Light Sculpture 31"

Located in Dayton, OH

Mid century three tiered prison folk art / tramp art model steam boat sculpture. Upcycled cardboard framing structure, matchstick exterior with glossy finish, red trim, soldered wire...

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Mid-20th Century Folk Art Outsider and Self Taught Art

Materials

Metal

A mirror-backed shipyard model of ‘S.S. Scott’, by Garston of Liverpool, 1904
A mirror-backed shipyard model of ‘S.S. Scott’, by Garston of Liverpool, 1904

A mirror-backed shipyard model of ‘S.S. Scott’, by Garston of Liverpool, 1904

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

A mirror-backed shipyard model of ‘S.S. Scott’, by Garston of Liverpool, 1904, the half-hull model of this steam cargo ship showing a black funnel with an orange and white stripe, pa...

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Early 20th Century English Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

Large Gilt-Brass Automaton Clock with Barometer, Paris, Circa 1880
Large Gilt-Brass Automaton Clock with Barometer, Paris, Circa 1880

Large Gilt-Brass Automaton Clock with Barometer, Paris, Circa 1880

By Andre Romain Guilmet

Located in Brighton, West Sussex

A Rare and Large Gilt and Silvered Brass Automaton Clock With Aneroid Barometer, Modelled as a Steam-Driven Water Pump. Attributed to André Romain Guilmet (1827-1892), Paris.

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Antique 19th Century French Industrial Mantel Clocks

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Antique Malachite, Gilt and Patinated Spelter Mantel Clock
Antique Malachite, Gilt and Patinated Spelter Mantel Clock

Antique Malachite, Gilt and Patinated Spelter Mantel Clock

Located in London, GB

A miniature patinated spelter model of a steam train is positioned near her feet.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Mantel Clocks

Materials

Malachite, Spelter

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Nice Vintage Steam Model Locomotive by Bowman
Nice Vintage Steam Model Locomotive by Bowman

Nice Vintage Steam Model Locomotive by Bowman

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H 4.53 in W 12.01 in D 2.76 in

Nice Vintage Steam Model Locomotive by Bowman

By Bowman Models

Located in Oisterwijk, NL

1927-1935 Bowman model L.N.E.R. #234 steam Locomotive. Solid drawn brass boiler.

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Vintage 1930s English Industrial Models and Miniatures

Materials

Metal

Stuart Turne 5a Live Steam Model
Stuart Turne 5a Live Steam Model

Stuart Turne 5a Live Steam Model

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H 18 in W 14.5 in D 11.5 in

Stuart Turne 5a Live Steam Model

Located in Bransby, GB

An extremely well-engineered and finished Stuart 5a. The largest in the Stuart range of single cylinder vertical steam engines with a 2" bore x 2.25" stroke and 7.5" diameter flywhee...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Other Models and Miniatures

Materials

Iron

Live Steam Scale Model Steam Traction Engine
Live Steam Scale Model Steam Traction Engine

Live Steam Scale Model Steam Traction Engine

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H 17 in W 26 in D 12 in

Live Steam Scale Model Steam Traction Engine

Located in Bransby, GB

Built over several years by an accomplished model engineer and exhibited at the 1986 Midland Model Engineering Exhibition.

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Vintage 1980s English Models and Miniatures

Materials

Copper

Vintage Steam Cruise Ship Model

Vintage Steam Cruise Ship Model

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H 8 in W 13 in D 3 in

Vintage Steam Cruise Ship Model

Located in San Francisco, CA

A classic metal wind-up steamship with incredible details and original paint.

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20th Century American Models and Miniatures

Materials

Metal

Substantial 1930s American Folk Art Steam Train Model
Substantial 1930s American Folk Art Steam Train Model

Substantial 1930s American Folk Art Steam Train Model

Located in Toronto, ON

Unique one of a kind American Folk Art steam train model constructed from metal and pine.

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Vintage 1920s American Folk Art Models and Miniatures

Materials

Steel

Classic River Steam Boat Nautical Model Mystic Seaport's SABINO
Classic River Steam Boat Nautical Model Mystic Seaport's SABINO

Classic River Steam Boat Nautical Model Mystic Seaport's SABINO

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H 13.75 in W 14.5 in D 5.325 in

Classic River Steam Boat Nautical Model Mystic Seaport's SABINO

Located in Palm City, FL

Presented is the coastal steamer SABINO, launched from the W. Irving Adams shipyard in East Boothbay, Maine in 1908. She will celebrate her 100th birthday in 2008. Originally named T...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Models and Miniatures

Brass Stationary Steam Engine on Walnut Base, France, 1870
Brass Stationary Steam Engine on Walnut Base, France, 1870

Brass Stationary Steam Engine on Walnut Base, France, 1870

Located in Lake Forest, IL

19th Century Brass Stationary Steam Engine on Walnut Base, France, 1870 Signed: ORESTES PAGAN Fabicante: Filadelfia With original Spirit Burner operates well. Made for the Cen...

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Antique 19th Century French Models and Miniatures

Materials

Brass

A Scale builders model of the SS.Brynhild c1914
A Scale builders model of the SS.Brynhild c1914

A Scale builders model of the SS.Brynhild c1914

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H 29 in W 79 in D 16.5 in

A Scale builders model of the SS.Brynhild c1914

Located in London, GB

A scale builders model of the steam packet "BRYNHILD". Every last detail is shown and every part is hand made in wood or metal, even the pulleys and winches work.

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Early 20th Century Swedish Models and Miniatures

Mechanical Piston Cutaway
Mechanical Piston Cutaway

Mechanical Piston Cutaway

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H 0.5 in W 10.75 in D 4 in

Mechanical Piston Cutaway

Located in Stamford, CT

Circa 20th century working antique iron and wood steam engine piston model for classroom use by a teacher.

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20th Century Models and Miniatures

Materials

Metal

Model Steam Driven Fire Engine
Model Steam Driven Fire Engine

Model Steam Driven Fire Engine

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H 18 in W 27 in D 11 in

Model Steam Driven Fire Engine

Located in Pasadena, CA

Wild model of a steam driven fire engine that can be heated with a propane connection.Great detail.Mounted on a stand that will allow rear wheels to turn in place.Twin cylinder.

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Vintage 1960s American Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass, Steel

Antique Nautical Builder's Boat Model of Early Steam Ship
Antique Nautical Builder's Boat Model of Early Steam Ship

Antique Nautical Builder's Boat Model of Early Steam Ship

Located in Palm City, FL

Shown is a larger than usual American made builder's half hull of an early motor vessel. It is comprised of 7 lifts. A "lift" is one plank. It has a cruiser bow with a hollowed foref...

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Antique 19th Century American Decorative Art

Art Deco Streamlined Locomotive Coronation Scot Live Steam
Art Deco Streamlined Locomotive Coronation Scot Live Steam

Art Deco Streamlined Locomotive Coronation Scot Live Steam

Located in New York, NY

An exceptionally rare one of a kind hand built model of an early Steam Streamliner. This model operates as a real locomotive driven by steam.

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Vintage 1930s Toys

Vintage Boiler Powered Tramp Steamer Nautical Model Ship
Vintage Boiler Powered Tramp Steamer Nautical Model Ship

Vintage Boiler Powered Tramp Steamer Nautical Model Ship

Located in Palm City, FL

LOA 36 1/2" BEAM 6 1/2" DRAFT 1" HEIGHT 15" WEIGHT 5 Lbs 5 oz Presented is a vintage, handcrafted, scratch built, wood model of an unnamed steam powered ship model that f...

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Vintage 1970s American Toys and Dolls

Materials

Wood

1930's Zinc and Iron Folk Art Train Model
1930's Zinc and Iron Folk Art Train Model

1930's Zinc and Iron Folk Art Train Model

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H 14 in W 50 in D 8 in

1930's Zinc and Iron Folk Art Train Model

Located in Washington, DC

There are movable parts and pieces, and it may have been an actual working steam operated model. This is an incredible piece of authentic Americana.

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Vintage 1940s American Toys

Materials

Zinc, Iron, Copper

Train Coffee Table
Train Coffee Table

Train Coffee Table

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H 15.75 in W 55.12 in D 20.48 in

Train Coffee Table

Located in Llandudno, Conwy

A museum scale model of a steam train chassis. Beautifully engineered piece.

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Early 20th Century British Industrial Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

Live Steam Model Train
Live Steam Model Train

Live Steam Model Train

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H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in

Live Steam Model Train

Located in Lincolnshire, GB

A fine 3.5" model of Stephensons locomotive used on the Manchester and Liverpool line named on the pressure valve L Jones, Maryport.

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Early 20th Century English Models and Miniatures

Exhibition Quality 3.5" Live Steam Model of a GNR Sterling No. 1
Exhibition Quality 3.5" Live Steam Model of a GNR Sterling No. 1

Exhibition Quality 3.5" Live Steam Model of a GNR Sterling No. 1

Located in Lincolnshire, GB

Built in Doncaster from 1870 the original No 1 is in the National Railway Museum in York. This superb model doesn't appear to have ever been steamed and has a label for the Southwark...

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20th Century English Models and Miniatures

Materials

Metal

Late 19th Century Working Steam Model of a Passenger Freighter
Late 19th Century Working Steam Model of a Passenger Freighter

Late 19th Century Working Steam Model of a Passenger Freighter

Located in Woodbury, CT

The model is meticulously detailed from the steam operated whistle on the stack to the brass gangway and railings.

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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass, Copper, Steel

Model steam traction engine
Model steam traction engine

Model steam traction engine

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H 18 in W 22 in D 8 in

Model steam traction engine

Located in Lincolnshire, GB

A well engineered scale model of a traction engine with its thrashing machine and loader. measurements are for the engine only.

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Antique 19th Century English Models and Miniatures

Materials

Metal

Dockyard Builders Model of a Steam Ferry
Dockyard Builders Model of a Steam Ferry

Dockyard Builders Model of a Steam Ferry

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H 21 in W 47 in D 16 in

Dockyard Builders Model of a Steam Ferry

Located in Norwell, MA

Late nineteenth century ship model of a steam ferry. Detailed model in original custom display case.

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1990s North American Models and Miniatures

Materials

Wood

Superb Early 19th Century Model Watt Steam Engine
Superb Early 19th Century Model Watt Steam Engine

Superb Early 19th Century Model Watt Steam Engine

Located in Lincolnshire, GB

A superbly engineered model of a Watt steam engine by Serles who must have been a watch maker to have made such a fine model.

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Antique 1830s English Models and Miniatures

Model of a Steam Powered Boat or Launch
Model of a Steam Powered Boat or Launch

Model of a Steam Powered Boat or Launch

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H 11.5 in W 29 in D 6 in

Model of a Steam Powered Boat or Launch

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Model of a launch realistically crafted in mahogany, painted on the outside, complete with a steam engine replica, striped awning and presented on a mahogany stand.

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20th Century American Adirondack Models and Miniatures

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Steam Engine Tractor Patent Model Salesman Sample C1910
Antique Steam Engine Tractor Patent Model Salesman Sample C1910

Antique Steam Engine Tractor Patent Model Salesman Sample C1910

Located in Big Flats, NY

Antique Steam Engine Tractor Patent Model Salesman Sample Unsigned C1910 Measures - 10 1/4" x 13 1/8" x 7 1/8" This antique steam engine tractor model, dating back to circa 1910, is...

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Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures

Materials

Wood

Working Steam Engine
Working Steam Engine

Working Steam Engine

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H 19 in W 25 in D 12 in

Working Steam Engine

Located in Peekskill, NY

This is a nice size tabletop steam engine. It measures over two foot long. What I like best about it is the table it mounts to. The wood has an amazing patina and the pedestal legs a...

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Antique 19th Century French Industrial Models and Miniatures

Late 19th or Early 20th Century Italian Three-Masted Steam-Frigate Model
Late 19th or Early 20th Century Italian Three-Masted Steam-Frigate Model

Late 19th or Early 20th Century Italian Three-Masted Steam-Frigate Model

Located in Milano, IT

Model of the three-masted steam-frigate Garibaldi Late 19th century or early 20th century Different woods and rigging in various materials with hull covered in copper. 30 cannons.

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Early 20th Century Italian Other Models and Miniatures

Materials

Copper

Large Live Steam Traction Engine
Large Live Steam Traction Engine

Large Live Steam Traction Engine

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H 31.5 in W 53.15 in D 22.45 in

Large Live Steam Traction Engine

Located in Eindhoven, NL

A large live steam 2” scale model traction engine steam tractor in brown livery and brass coat of arms.

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Mid-20th Century British Models and Miniatures

Materials

Steel

20th Century Brass Model GNR Atlantic 3 1/2 Inch Gauge Steam Locomotive c.1930
20th Century Brass Model GNR Atlantic 3 1/2 Inch Gauge Steam Locomotive c.1930

20th Century Brass Model GNR Atlantic 3 1/2 Inch Gauge Steam Locomotive c.1930

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Early 20th Century brass model, showcasing the GNR Atlantic locomotive 251 and its three-axle tender. Crafted to a 3 1/2 inch gauge, the model gleams with polished brass, copper, and...

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Vintage 1930s British Models and Miniatures

Materials

Brass

Live Steam Locomotive the Bantam Cock
Live Steam Locomotive the Bantam Cock

Live Steam Locomotive the Bantam Cock

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H 12.21 in W 44.89 in D 7.49 in

Live Steam Locomotive the Bantam Cock

Located in Lincolnshire, GB

A scratch built model of the Bantam Cock a Gresley V4 2-6-2 locomotive. 3.5" Gauge in the original paint. This model was built in the 1950's and used to run around Boultham park mod...

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20th Century English Models and Miniatures

Materials

Metal

Vertical Steam Engine by "Doll & Co", Germany 1920
Vertical Steam Engine by "Doll & Co", Germany 1920

Vertical Steam Engine by "Doll & Co", Germany 1920

By Doll et Cie

Located in Linkebeek, BE

This completely original Doll & Co model offers a unique window into the industrial past and creativity of the time.In short, this 35 cm tall Doll & Co steam engine model is an excep...

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Early 20th Century German Industrial Models and Miniatures

Materials

Metal, Copper

Wilesco d365 Steam Engine ''Old Smokey'' 1960s Germany
Wilesco d365 Steam Engine ''Old Smokey'' 1960s Germany

Wilesco d365 Steam Engine ''Old Smokey'' 1960s Germany

Located in Den Haag, NL

Very nice real working steam roller engine. Manufactured by wilesco germany early version 1960s model D365 How to operate this machine, You Tube can tell you in several movies.

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures

Materials

Metal

19th Century  half mode of steam ship New York
19th Century  half mode of steam ship New York

19th Century half mode of steam ship New York

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H 9 in W 29.75 in D 2.75 in

19th Century half mode of steam ship New York

Located in Martlesham, GB

A fabulous quality 19th Century half model of the steam ship "New York", originally called "City of New York", British built for the Inman line launched on the 15th March 1888.

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Models and Miniatures

Materials

Walnut

Large 2" Live Steam Traction Engine by Dawkins West Wickham
Large 2" Live Steam Traction Engine by Dawkins West Wickham

Large 2" Live Steam Traction Engine by Dawkins West Wickham

Located in Eindhoven, NL

A large live steam 2” scale model traction engine steam tractor in red livery and brass coat of arms.

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Mid-20th Century British Models and Miniatures

Materials

Steel

0-4-0 Industrial Tank Live Steam Railroad Engine
0-4-0 Industrial Tank Live Steam Railroad Engine

0-4-0 Industrial Tank Live Steam Railroad Engine

By M. Hale

Located in Peekskill, NY

This a good sized (7.5" Gauge) railroad engine. The scale is large and powerful enough to pull an adult and a number of children on cars behind it. It was hand built in 1974 by M. Ha...

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20th Century American Industrial Models and Miniatures

Materials

Steel

0-4-0 Industrial Tank Live Steam Railroad Engine
0-4-0 Industrial Tank Live Steam Railroad Engine

0-4-0 Industrial Tank Live Steam Railroad Engine

By M. Hale

Located in Peekskill, NY

This a good sized (7.5" Gauge) railroad engine. The scale is large and powerful enough to pull an adult and a number of children on cars behind it. It was hand built in 1974 by M. Ha...

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20th Century American Industrial Models and Miniatures

Fruit-Wood Half Hull of the Steam Yacht ‘Cushie Doo’ by Henderson’s of Glasgow
Fruit-Wood Half Hull of the Steam Yacht ‘Cushie Doo’ by Henderson’s of Glasgow

Fruit-Wood Half Hull of the Steam Yacht ‘Cushie Doo’ by Henderson’s of Glasgow

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

A fruit-wood half hull of the steam yacht ‘Cushie Doo’ by Henderson’s of Glasgow, dated 1881, with four masts and a smoke stack, a bow sprit, planked hull, black topsides, gilt water...

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Antique 1880s Scottish Models and Miniatures

Materials

Fruitwood

Early 19th Century Watkins and Hill Model Beam Engine
Early 19th Century Watkins and Hill Model Beam Engine

Early 19th Century Watkins and Hill Model Beam Engine

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H 22.05 in W 20.08 in D 10.04 in

Early 19th Century Watkins and Hill Model Beam Engine

By Watkins & Hill

Located in Lincolnshire, GB

A rare early 19th century demonstration model of a steam driven beam engine made by Watkins and Hill, London standing on a mahogany and ebony stung base A similar example can be ...

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Antique Early 19th Century English Models and Miniatures

Materials

Brass

STUART TURNER 1898-1906 England Antique Functional Engine Motor Desk Model
STUART TURNER 1898-1906 England Antique Functional Engine Motor Desk Model

STUART TURNER 1898-1906 England Antique Functional Engine Motor Desk Model

Located in Miami, FL

Stuart Turner went on to produce further model steam designs, and in 1906 there were nine models in the range.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Industrial Models and Miniatures

Materials

Copper, Steel, Iron

Folk Art Steam Yacht Model
Folk Art Steam Yacht Model

Folk Art Steam Yacht Model

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H 23 in W 32 in D 8 in

Folk Art Steam Yacht Model

Located in Norwell, MA

Charming antique yacht model with rigged masts, cabins, etc.. Three lifeboats hang from davits. In old paint. Measure: 32" x 8" x 23" high.

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20th Century Nautical Objects

Antique Steam Engine Scale Model Cast Steampunk
Antique Steam Engine Scale Model Cast Steampunk

Antique Steam Engine Scale Model Cast Steampunk

Located in Potters Bar, GB

You are viewing a vintage scale model of a steam engine Manufacture date circa 1930 Great steamerpunk accessory I haven't tested it to see if it is working A single-cylinder stationa...

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Vintage 1930s Steampunk Antiquities

Materials

Cast Stone

Early-20th Century Scratch Built Folk-Art Steam Locomotive Model
Early-20th Century Scratch Built Folk-Art Steam Locomotive Model

Early-20th Century Scratch Built Folk-Art Steam Locomotive Model

Located in London, GB

Early-20th century Scratch built folk-art steam locomotive model A truly delightful example of an early 20th century scratch built folk-art steam locomotive model.

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Early 20th Century British Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Brass, Copper, Iron, Sheet Metal

Vintage Industrial Scratch Built Railway Toy Steam Train Model. C.1940
Vintage Industrial Scratch Built Railway Toy Steam Train Model. C.1940

Vintage Industrial Scratch Built Railway Toy Steam Train Model. C.1940

Located in London, GB

A wonderfully formed green painted toy train. c.1940. Likely scratch built, made of wood and metal and all in original paint with letters and numbers sign written to the sides. On...

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Mid-20th Century English Industrial Antiquities

Materials

Metal

GRANT SIPP 1895 American Antique Steam Single Piston Engine Motor Scale Model
GRANT SIPP 1895 American Antique Steam Single Piston Engine Motor Scale Model

GRANT SIPP 1895 American Antique Steam Single Piston Engine Motor Scale Model

By Grant Simon

Located in Miami, FL

Scale model of motor engine designed by Grant Sipp. This is a scale model of a steam engine of 1/4 horsepower created in America by the Grant Sipp, back in the 1890's.

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Antique Late 19th Century American Industrial Contemporary Art

Materials

Steel, Iron

Baumann Walter Set of Six French Chairs Model Bèmole Steam-Curved Wood
Baumann Walter Set of Six French Chairs Model Bèmole Steam-Curved Wood

Baumann Walter Set of Six French Chairs Model Bèmole Steam-Curved Wood

By W. Baumann & Co.

Located in Prato, Tuscany

The construction is of high quality, the frame is made of steam-curved beechwood, and the rounded edges and folded back provide a striking organic shape.

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Textile, Beech

Vintage Ercol Dining Table and Four Rare Model 909 Latimer Steam-Bent Chairs (c.
Vintage Ercol Dining Table and Four Rare Model 909 Latimer Steam-Bent Chairs (c.

Vintage Ercol Dining Table and Four Rare Model 909 Latimer Steam-Bent Chairs (c.

By Lucian Ercolani, Ercol

Located in Seaford, GB

Vintage Ercol Dining Table & Four Rare Model 909 Latimer Steam-Bent Chairs (c.1970). A beautifully preserved Ercol dining set from the 1970s, featuring a solid ash table in the ...

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Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Elm

Steam Engine - Classroom Cut-Away
Steam Engine - Classroom Cut-Away

Steam Engine - Classroom Cut-Away

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H 8 in W 13 in D 6 in

Steam Engine - Classroom Cut-Away

Located in Peekskill, NY

This is a highly detailed cast iron teaching model of a steam engine. It's all original including the paint and has a beautiful aged patina.

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Industrial Scientific Instruments

Materials

Iron

1895-1907 S.S Harcalo Steam Boat Cargo Ship Large Scaled Model in Custom Case
1895-1907 S.S Harcalo Steam Boat Cargo Ship Large Scaled Model in Custom Case

1895-1907 S.S Harcalo Steam Boat Cargo Ship Large Scaled Model in Custom Case

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning hand made model ship in original display case of the S.S Harcalo Steam cargo ship, 1895-1907 This piece is one of four large scale...

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20th Century English Modern Nautical Objects

Materials

Oak

Old Smokey Steam Engine Train by Wilesco
Old Smokey Steam Engine Train by Wilesco

Old Smokey Steam Engine Train by Wilesco

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H 12 in W 25.25 in D 4.5 in

Old Smokey Steam Engine Train by Wilesco

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Old Smokey steam engine model with a water cart from Wilesco, circ 1960s. 25 1/4 by 12 inches.

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20th Century German Mounted Objects

Materials

Metal

American Folk-Art Steam Ship Encased Diorama
American Folk-Art Steam Ship Encased Diorama

American Folk-Art Steam Ship Encased Diorama

Located in London, GB

American Folk-art Steam Ship Encased Diorama We share what we love, and we love this turn of the century hand crafted American folk-art encased steam ship model, created from a va...

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Antique Early 1900s Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Metal

Scratch Built Train Steam Engine with Trailer Dated, circa 1945
Scratch Built Train Steam Engine with Trailer Dated, circa 1945

Scratch Built Train Steam Engine with Trailer Dated, circa 1945

Located in London, GB

Scratch built train steam engine with trailer dated, circa 1945 We are proud to offer a folk-art English scratch built tin and wood steam train and trailer model.

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Vintage 1940s English Folk Art Toys

Materials

Tin

Model beam engine
Model beam engine

Model beam engine

Located in Lincolnshire, GB

A late 19th century decorative model steam engine mounted on a mahogany board.

Category

20th Century English More Furniture and Collectibles

Scratch-Built Ship Model, Circa 1900
Scratch-Built Ship Model, Circa 1900

Scratch-Built Ship Model, Circa 1900

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H 22.5 in W 36 in D 7 in

Scratch-Built Ship Model, Circa 1900

Located in Doylestown, PA

A wonderful scratch-built ship model of a steam-sailer with full rigging, on a stand, circa 1890

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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Nautical Objects

Materials

Wood

Set of Two Bankers "980" Oak Table Office Chairs by Jasper
Set of Two Bankers "980" Oak Table Office Chairs by Jasper

Set of Two Bankers "980" Oak Table Office Chairs by Jasper

By Jasper Furniture Company

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Jasper maintains its own forest and sawmill and prides itself on its wood steam bending technology. The most famous Jasper model is the 980 chair, an imposing armchair with a rocking...

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Mid-20th Century American Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Oak

Bankers "980" Oak Table Office Chair by Jasper
Bankers "980" Oak Table Office Chair by Jasper

Bankers "980" Oak Table Office Chair by Jasper

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H 32.5 in W 21.25 in D 20.5 in

Bankers "980" Oak Table Office Chair by Jasper

By Jasper Furniture Company

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Jasper maintains its own forest and sawmill and prides itself on its wood steam bending technology. The most famous Jasper model is the 980 chair, an imposing armchair with a rocking...

Category

Mid-20th Century Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Oak

Jindřich Halabala Lounge Chairs for UP Závody, Czechoslovakia 1930s
Jindřich Halabala Lounge Chairs for UP Závody, Czechoslovakia 1930s

Jindřich Halabala Lounge Chairs for UP Závody, Czechoslovakia 1930s

By Jindřich Halabala

Located in Utrecht, NL

This pair of rare Jindřich Halabala lounge chairs feature the world-famous Czech designer’s most well-known design element: the steam bent, curved arms. This model exemplifies why Ha...

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Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Scale Model of the Britannia Steam Train
Scale Model of the Britannia Steam Train

Scale Model of the Britannia Steam Train

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H 11.23 in W 52.76 in D 7.88 in

Scale Model of the Britannia Steam Train

Located in Lincolnshire, GB

A well engineered 3.5" gauge live steam model Britannia, a 4-6-2 locomotive painted in British Railways dark green and with orange and black lines.

Category

20th Century English Models and Miniatures

Materials

Metal

Complex Working Corliss Steam Engine Model
Complex Working Corliss Steam Engine Model

Complex Working Corliss Steam Engine Model

By Corliss

Located in Peekskill, NY

I have always loved the look of these amazing handmade steam engine models. Just think about the amount of work and level of skill it takes to produce a working precision machine lik...

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Mid-20th Century American Industrial Models and Miniatures

Cased Model of the Steam Yacht Golconda
Cased Model of the Steam Yacht Golconda

Cased Model of the Steam Yacht Golconda

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H 24 in W 44 in D 11 in

Cased Model of the Steam Yacht Golconda

Located in Norwell, MA

Model of the private steam yacht Golconda of Clarks Cove.

Category

Early 2000s European Models and Miniatures

Materials

Wood, Beech

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Antique English Break-Front Bibliotheque Bookcase in Mahogany, circa 1870

Antique English Break-Front Bibliotheque Bookcase in Mahogany, circa 1870

By S.E. & R. Johnson. Warrington

Located in INTERLAKEN, NY

A handsome and very well crafted English break-front bookcase or bibliotheque in solid mahogany by S.E. & R. Johnson of Warrington, England, circa 1870. Features six doors with glass...

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Antique 1870s English Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Highclere Castle Jewellery Box
Highclere Castle Jewellery Box

Highclere Castle Jewellery Box

$245,845

H 20.87 in W 21.07 in D 27.56 in

Highclere Castle Jewellery Box

By LINLEY London

Located in London, GB

Over the years, British design company Linley has developed expertise in creating scaled versions of famous architectural buildings including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the R...

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2010s British Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Maple

Late 19th Century Cased British Sailing Vessel Folk Art Maritime
Late 19th Century Cased British Sailing Vessel Folk Art Maritime

Late 19th Century Cased British Sailing Vessel Folk Art Maritime

Located in Lowestoft, GB

A late 19th/early 20th century cased display of a painted British sailing vessel, built by Joseph Packer, who was a carpenter in Ramsey The detailed ship is housed in the most wonde...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Nautical Objects

Materials

Blown Glass, Pine

Vintage Handmade Boat Model Diorama
Vintage Handmade Boat Model Diorama

Vintage Handmade Boat Model Diorama

$3,950Sale Price|20% Off

H 20 in W 27 in D 11 in

Vintage Handmade Boat Model Diorama

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Vintage handmade boat model diorama of the "Sovereign of the Seas" a three masted schooner, displayed in its original case. Originally built in Massachusetts in 1852 and in 1854, thi...

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Antique 19th Century American American Colonial Nautical Objects

Materials

Hardwood

Fabergé Silver Service
Fabergé Silver Service

Fabergé Silver Service

$248,500 / set

H 10.25 in W 20.75 in D 16.38 in

Fabergé Silver Service

By Fabergé

Located in New Orleans, LA

This extraordinary 128-piece service by Fabergé is a rare treasure in more ways than one. Enclosed in its original oak chest, the exquisite service remains complete and in pristine c...

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Antique 19th Century Russian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Art Deco Model of a Boeing 314 Clipper Airplane Circa 1938
Art Deco Model of a Boeing 314 Clipper Airplane Circa 1938

Art Deco Model of a Boeing 314 Clipper Airplane Circa 1938

Located in London, GB

A superb Art Deco Model of a Boeing 314 Clipper Aeroplane Circa 1938. The Boeing Clipper was a long range Flying Boat made by the Boeing Aircraft Company in 1938 - 1942. They were b...

Category

Vintage 1930s American Aviation Objects

Materials

Wood

Fine Model of the Schooner Yacht America
Fine Model of the Schooner Yacht America

Fine Model of the Schooner Yacht America

$3,895

H 42 in W 48 in D 9 in

Fine Model of the Schooner Yacht America

Located in Norwell, MA

Sleek ship model of the famous Schooner Yacht "America", original winner of the America's Cup in 1851. Planked mahogany deck, stitched linen sails, raked masts, full rigging. Hull is...

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Early 2000s North American Models and Miniatures

Materials

Wood

Jaguar XK 120 Roadster 1950, Rare Collection Car, A+ Condition incl. Expert Op.
Jaguar XK 120 Roadster 1950, Rare Collection Car, A+ Condition incl. Expert Op.

Jaguar XK 120 Roadster 1950, Rare Collection Car, A+ Condition incl. Expert Op.

By Jaguar Cars Ltd.

Located in Lichtenberg, AT

We offer you the chance of buying this breathtaking, rare Jaguar XK 120 which had its first road legal in february 1950. There has been built only a very little number of these cars,...

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

Clipper Ship Sovereign of the Seas
Clipper Ship Sovereign of the Seas

Clipper Ship Sovereign of the Seas

$7,495

H 63 in W 44 in D 18 in

Clipper Ship Sovereign of the Seas

Located in Norwell, MA

The fastest ship ever built. California clipper Sovereign of the Seas model. The Sovereign of the Seas was built in 1852 by renowned ship builder Donald McKay at his yard in East Bos...

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20th Century Nautical Objects

Maison Maire travel necessities Paris 1825-1830 ca
Maison Maire travel necessities Paris 1825-1830 ca

Maison Maire travel necessities Paris 1825-1830 ca

$10,615

H 3.55 in W 9.65 in D 6.7 in

Maison Maire travel necessities Paris 1825-1830 ca

By Non-Standard Furniture and Lighting

Located in Milano, IT

Charles X-era travel nécessaire consisting of citronnier wood case, decorated with small polished steel studs and fitted with key, containing chiseled gold, turquoise (insets) and mo...

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Antique 1820s French Charles X Decorative Boxes

Materials

Gold

Rebuilt 1881 Steinway & Sons Model D Concert Grand Piano Burr Walnut
Rebuilt 1881 Steinway & Sons Model D Concert Grand Piano Burr Walnut

Rebuilt 1881 Steinway & Sons Model D Concert Grand Piano Burr Walnut

Located in Leeds, GB

Rebuilt, 1881, Steinway & Sons Model D concert grand piano with a burr walnut case, filigree music desk and fluted, barrel legs. The music desk is an arabesque cut-out design wit...

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Antique Late 19th Century German Musical Instruments

Materials

Walnut

19th Century English Folk Art Encased Ship Diorama
19th Century English Folk Art Encased Ship Diorama

19th Century English Folk Art Encased Ship Diorama

Located in London, GB

19th Century Folk Art Encased Ship Diorama A delightful and highly decorated example of a late 19th century English folk art ships model diorama. Encased in a well-crafted glass ...

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Antique 19th Century British Folk Art Nautical Objects

Materials

Glass, Wood

Cased Ship’s Boardroom Model of Three Sister Ships
Cased Ship’s Boardroom Model of Three Sister Ships

Cased Ship’s Boardroom Model of Three Sister Ships

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

A cased ship’s boardroom model of three sister ships, recorded on the label as ‘TSS Dublin’, ‘Edimburgo’ and ‘Mexico’ built and engined by the Caledon Shipbuilding & Engineering Comp...

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Vintage 1910s Scottish Models and Miniatures

Materials

Glass, Wood

Steam Yacht Niagara
Steam Yacht Niagara

Steam Yacht Niagara

$12,000

H 60 in W 65 in D 20 in

Steam Yacht Niagara

Located in Norwell, MA

The New York Yacht Club steam yacht Niagara was launched in 1898. She was owned by millionaire Howard Gould (1871-1959), son of railroad tycoon and developer Jay Gould. The Niagara w...

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20th Century Nautical Objects

Early Schooner Model Diorama- Florence of Providence
Early Schooner Model Diorama- Florence of Providence

Early Schooner Model Diorama- Florence of Providence

Located in Norwell, MA

Early two-masted schooner model diorama of the schooner model Florence of Providence. With wheel, anchor, chain, lifeboat, cabin, hatch, winch, boom, bowsprit. Mounted into an antiqu...

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Antique Late 19th Century Nautical Objects

Materials

Wood

Early 20th Century Folk Art Boat Model Collection
Early 20th Century Folk Art Boat Model Collection

Early 20th Century Folk Art Boat Model Collection

Located in London, GB

Early 20th century Folk Art Boat Model Collection Every now and again something truly amazing comes along, this is true in this amazing collection of 3 museum quality folk-art ha...

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Vintage 1920s British Folk Art Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass, Copper

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An assortment of steam models is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct steam models — often made from metal, wood and brass — can elevate any home. Steam models have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Industrial, Mid-Century Modern and Victorian steam models are consistently popular styles. There have been many well-made steam models over the years, but those made by Bowman Models, Radiguet and Sulzer Brothers are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

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Prices for steam models can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, steam models begin at $450 and can go as high as $48,407, while the average can fetch as much as $5,335.

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