Antique Ship Model "Flying Cloud" Ship Parts Charming model of a coastal

Charming model of a coastal steamship set into clay waves and a felt lined glass and wood display case

the lantern is mounted to a heavy wood base

Maine for George Fisher Baker

Pure Americana

and early in his career he substituted a sincere study of nature for the extravagant and artificial conventionality of most of his predecessors

Antique Ship Model "Flying Cloud" Ship Parts Charming model of a coastalAntique early twentieth century model of the American clipper ship Flying Cloud by Thomas Rosenquist of Far Rockaway, New York. He has works in many museums. Famous builder from the past. With carved figurehead, anchors, capstans, etc.. Rigged with a full suit of sails, wrap around railing on stern. Varnished deck. Sails have a few splits, as to be expected as model is ninety years old. Model cradle has a bracket for wall mounting. Circa 1925. Overall