1950s Nautical Objects

Framed International Code of Signals Hotel (H) maritime signal flag, professionally mounted within a shadow box display. Constructed of vertically divided white and red linen panels,...

Japanese Fuji Meibo Observation Binoculars 15 x 80 - 4 degree field of view. A large pair of Japanese naval observation binoculars mounted on an a...

Ship's binnacle with varnished wood base mounted with an eight spoke ship's wheel. This is an awesome nautical display. Copper binnacle housing with gimbaled compass from E.S. Ritchi...

Tung Woo ship's masthead lantern that has been meticulously polished and lacquered. With hinged top, brass badges, Fresnel glass lens, hoisting handle, bracke...

3-715 Beautiful sea life diorama including sea shells various crustaceans ,seahorse starfish encased in a walnut frame under glass. Brass hanging ring

Solid brass minesweeper chain. This is a segment of a stud link English Navy. Non-magnetic brass alloy chain. Highly polished and lacquered. Genuine piece of history and quite decora...

Massive ships porthole built of solid aluminum with glass window and hinged solid aluminum door. Industrial design at its best. Circa 1955.

These aluminum handrails which once graced the center of the grand staircase of the S S United States exemplifies the sophisticated sleek aesthetic of Mid-Century American design. When launched in July 1952 the S S United States was the culmination of years planning and design. On the heels of WW II, the U S Government saw the need to have modern ships that could be easily converted to troop transport ships in wartime constructed with safety and speed as the top priorities. They worked in partnership with the United States Line and underwrote a great deal of the liner's finished cost of 72 million as well as the future operating and maintenance cost of this proud symbol of her country and her age. The designer of the ship William Francis Gibbs had to incorporate the requirements of the government into his designs for the great liner. From her knife-edge bow across the superstructure and a pair of massive blue white and red raked funnels to the perfect arc of her stern, she sat proudly in the water and conveyed a sense of movement and speed even when still. His design incorporated a "secret" hull, numerous bulkheads which limited the grand open spaces of most liners of the time, no flammable material used in construction and fitting out other than the Steinway grand piano...

Highly polished marine beacon with Fresnel glass lens and brass bars. Wired for home use, mounted to a thick wood base with rope carved border. Made in England. Circa 1950. Weight: ...

Fantastic and such a realistic example created from plaster. Large giant clam shell to be used in a decorative setting by itself in a minimalistic style or as a cornucopia with fruit...

Solid brass "Hammerhead" ships telegraph. With faceplate from Siemens Brothers and Company Limited, London. With ahead and astern ships commands includ...

Ship’s "Not Under Command" or "Anchor" lantern with Fresnel glass lens and protective brass bars. With maker’s badge from R.C. Murray & Co. Limited, Lockshaws, Glasgow. The copper bo...

Impressive solid brass marine beacon with brass bars and Fresnel glass lenses, mounted to a custom wood stand with dark finish. Heavy and sturdy with a highly polished and lacquered ...

Hefty enameled solid aluminum framed passenger safety and information sign from Passenger Stateroom 139 on the Main deck of the SS United States. Fo...

Fantastic art deco wrought iron fish bowl stand with a large 2 gallon glass bowl. In excellent vintage condition with minimal wear and lots of charm, old white paint. Stand is flared...

Ship's binnacle on wood pedestal. The binnacle itself is a brass bowl with top that holds 2 oil lamps with porcelain burners. Iron compensating balls are mounted to brass brackets. T...

Brass beacon light that has been meticulously polished and lacquered. Fitted with two Fresnel lenses. The smooth brass glows with the lacquer finish. Wire...

Shadow box with a yachting flag that has an embroidered fouled anchor and stars in the blue field, attached to a varnished pole set into a shadowbox frame. Great nautical accent. We...

Impressive solid brass marine beacon with brass bars and Fresnel glass lenses, mounted to a custom wood stand with dark finish. Heavy and sturdy with a highly polished and lacquered ...

Impressive solid brass marine beacon with brass bars and Fresnel glass lenses, mounted to a custom wood stand with dark finish. Heavy and sturdy with a highly polished and lacquered ...

Polished steel ship's masthead lantern with two Fresnel glass lenses. Brass mounting bracket and trim. Dimensions: 13 3/4''H x 7 3/4''W x 8 5/8''D Weight: 9 lbs. Made: America Ma...

Solid brass ships engine order bridge telegraph. This is an American ships telegraph that has been fitted with faceplates with ships commands in Polish language for forward and aster...

Mahogany boat wheel with a chrome plated hub and six turned spokes. Varnish finish. From a small craft. Weight: 5 lbs. Overall Dimensions: 22"Dia Made: America Material: ...

Ships bridge telegraph with highly polished brass head and printed iron base top of unit has brass plates from Donkin and Company, New Castle on the TYNE, rings well. Ships commands ...

Solid brass ships telephone on pedestals. Phone is fitted inside an incredibly strong solid brass box that is highly polished and lacquered. Weight is ...

Nautical spotlight. Great piece of industrial lighting. Solid brass and highly polished, fitted to a heavy brass pedestal. Glass lens. Head is fitte...

Framed International Code of Signals Whiskey (W) maritime signal flag, professionally mounted within a shadow box display. Constructed of blue linen with a centered white panel enclo...

Framed International Code of Signals Uniform (U) maritime signal flag, professionally mounted within a shadow box display. Constructed of alternating red and white quartered linen pa...

Framed International Code of Signals Yankee (Y) maritime signal flag, professionally mounted within a shadow box display. Constructed of alternating diagonal yellow and red linen str...

Framed International Code of Signals Hotel (H) maritime signal flag, professionally mounted within a shadow box display. Constructed of vertically divided white and red linen panels,...

Framed International Code of Signals Uniform (U) maritime signal flag, professionally mounted within a shadow box display. Constructed of quartered red and white linen panels, the fl...

Framed International Code of Signals Charlie (C) maritime signal flag, professionally mounted within a shadow box display. Constructed of blue, white, red, white, and blue horizontal...

Framed International Code of Signals Victor (V) maritime signal flag, professionally mounted within a shadow box display. Constructed of white linen with a red diagonal saltire, the ...

Framed International Code of Signals Answering Pennant, professionally mounted within a shadow box display. Constructed of alternating red and white vertical linen panels, the pennan...

Framed International Code of Signals November (N) maritime signal flag, professionally mounted within a shadow box display. Constructed of alternating blue and white checkerboard lin...

Nautical object with copper compas and level indicator around 1950s Nutwood polished Brass parts polished and stove enameled

Framed International Code of Signals Golf (G) maritime signal flag, professionally mounted within a shadow box display. Constructed of alternating vertical yellow and blue linen stri...

Framed International Code of Signals Echo (E) maritime signal flag, professionally mounted within a shadow box display. Constructed of horizontally divided blue and red linen panels,...

Framed International Code of Signals Foxtrot (F) maritime signal flag, professionally mounted within a shadow box display. Constructed of white linen with a centered red diamond, the...

Framed International Code of Signals Kilo (K) maritime signal flag, professionally mounted within a shadow box display. Constructed of vertically divided yellow and blue linen panels...

This mid-century magnifying glass, likely Danish and manufactured during the 1950s or 1960s, is an example of functional design. The piece is defined by its handle and frame, both cr...

Highly polished copper ships lantern by Davey of London. Approved by the ministry of transport. Hinged top. Electrified for home use. Fresnel glass len...

Giant copper and brass marine beacon with Fresnel lens. Highly polished copper case with brass bezel, hinge, base mount and trim. The Fresnel lens sets on a brass bezel. Hinged and v...

Rectangular frame with original pictures depicting three ships launching in Riva Trigoso shipyard: Reggio ferry of Ferrovie dello Stato (8th March 1960)...

Framed International Code of Signals Quebec (Q) maritime signal flag, professionally mounted within a shadow box display. Constructed of solid yellow linen, the flag retains its orig...

Framed International Code of Signals Oscar (O) maritime signal flag, professionally mounted within a shadow box display. Constructed of diagonally divided red and yellow linen panels...

Framed International Code of Signals X-ray (X) maritime signal flag, professionally mounted within a shadow box display. Constructed of white linen with a blue cross, the flag retain...

Framed International Code of Signals Kilo (K) maritime signal flag, professionally mounted within a shadow box display. Constructed of yellow and blue linen panels, the flag retains ...

Framed International Code of Signals Numeral One maritime pennant, professionally mounted within a shadow box display. Constructed of white linen with a red roundel, the pennant reta...

Framed International Code of Signals Numeral Eight maritime pennant, professionally mounted within a shadow box display. Constructed of white linen with a red cross, the pennant reta...

Framed International Code of Signals Numeral Two maritime pennant, professionally mounted within a shadow box display. Constructed of dark blue linen with a white roundel, the pennan...

Framed International Code of Signals Numeral One maritime pennant, professionally mounted within a shadow box display. Constructed of white linen with a red roundel, the pennant reta...

Framed linen signal flag fitted to a shadow box frame. This nautical flag represents the numeral ZERO. With makers label from Annin Flag Company. Stitched in panels of yellow and red...

Framed linen signal pennant fitted to a shadow box frame. This nautical flag represents the numeral FIVE. Stitched in panels of black and white. Heavy canvas hoist with rope and wood...

Framed linen signal pennant fitted to a shadow box frame. This nautical flag represents the numeral EIGHT. Stitched in white linen with a red cross design. Heavy canvas hoist with ro...

Framed linen signal pennant fitted to a shadow box frame. This nautical flag represents the numeral TWO. Stitched in panels of yellow and blue. Heavy canvas hoist with rope and woode...

Framed linen signal pennant fitted to a shadow box frame. This nautical flag represents the numeral TWO. Stitched in panels of yellow and blue. Heavy canvas hoist with rope and woode...

Framed linen signal pennant fitted to a shadow box frame. This nautical flag represents the numeral TWO. Stitched in panels of yellow and blue. Heavy canvas hoist with rope and woode...

Framed linen signal pennant fitted to a shadow box frame. This nautical flag represents the numeral FIVE. Stitched in panels of black and white. Heavy canvas hoist with rope and wood...

Framed linen signal pennant fitted to a shadow box frame. This nautical flag represents the numeral ONE. Stitched in panels of yellow and red. Heavy canvas hoist with rope and wooden...