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A RARE mid 19th century highly detailed sailor-made model of the 96 gun British warship HMS Asia, circa 1840-1850.

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This wonderful highly detailed sailor made model dating to circa 1830-1840 has its' hull carved from the solid with guns protruding from the gun ports. A slightly outsized carved bust length male figurehead also adornes the model. NOTE: H M S Asia was launched in 1824. Admiral Codrington used this ship as his flagship during the Battle of Navarino. Length: 22"

Category
Nautical Antiques and Antique Ship Models
Item No.
KFA-11902