1950s Nautical Objects

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

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...

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 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,...

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...

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...

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

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...

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

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

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...

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...

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...

Rectangular frame with three pictures depicting three ships launching in Riva Trigoso shipyards. Montello launched on October 14, 1961; Athinai launched...

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 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 THREE. Stitched in panels of yellow and red. Heavy canvas hoist with rope and wood...

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...

nautical flag represents the numeral EIGHT. Stitched in white linen with a red cross design. Heavy canvas hoist with rope and wooden toggle. Professionally mounted for display. Part ...

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...

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...

Framed maritime signal flag representing the letter “Q”, “QUEBEC” in the international code of signals. This authentic and ocean used pennant with a large yellow field. Fitted to a h...

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 ...

Highly polished ships porthole with clear lacquer finish. Hinged door with five bolts. Ring is engraved Endast Securitglas, Wojidkows, Sweden. Quality piece. Weight: 51 LBS. Over...

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...

Boat block with polished brass sheave wheels and polished steel straps. Richly finished hardwood shell. Fine yacht or boat pulley. Weight: 2 lbs. Overall Dimensions: 6"H x 4"W...

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...

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

Framed maritime signal flag representing the number “7”, “SEVEN” in the international code of signals. This authentic and ocean used pennant is made of individual panels of yellow an...

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

Original mid-century modern analog weather station by G. Lufft (measurement and control technology). Made in Germany. The high-gloss polished housing is made of wood and finished wit...

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

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...

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

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...

Gouache painting of the steamship Southern Cross, with red, white, and blue stack. Vessel is sailing amongst a great group of ships and yachts, all with...

Mahogany boat wheel with a chrome plated hub and six turned spokes. Varnish finish. From a small craft. Weight: 6 lbs. Overall Dimensions: 25"Dia Made: America Material: ...

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 ...

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

Block and tackle from 'Old Ironsides,' the U.S.S. Constitution. A very rare relic removed from the vessel during the restoration in the 1970s, preparing the ship for the bicentennial...

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

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...

Block and tackle from 'Old Ironsides,' the U.S.S. Constitution. A very rare relic removed from the vessel during the restoration in the 1970s, preparing the ship for the bicentennial...

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

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...

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 quartered red and white linen panels, the fl...

Framed International Code of Signals Juliet (J) maritime signal flag, professionally mounted within a shadow box display. Constructed of blue and white horizontal linen bands, the fl...

Boat binnacle with chrome finish, gimballed compass, twin lamp burners, and wood base with carved rope moulding. Fitted with a Japanese compass. Dime...

Framed International Code of Signals Zulu (Z) maritime signal flag, professionally mounted within a shadow box display. Constructed of four triangular linen panels in yellow, blue, r...

Framed International Code of Signals Papa (P) maritime signal flag, professionally mounted within a shadow box display. Constructed of blue linen with a centered white rectangle, the...

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

Massive Piece of Brain Coral from North River Museum in City Island, NY. This is quite heavy at 68 lbs. This was part of a very popular underwater exhibit at the North River museum i...

Genuine international maritime signal flag in a custom shadow box frame. The cotton flag represents the substitute flag "R2". The pennant has a white canvas hoist with a sisal rope a...

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

Naturalistic faux Mediterranean coral on lucite stand.