Antique Napoleon III Ships Wheel, 1885

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Ship's wheel “port de toulon 1885”, wood, napoleon iii era – france

materials: wood and gilt brass
period: 1880s, napoleon … Read more Ship's wheel “port de toulon 1885”, wood, napoleon iii era – france

materials: wood and gilt brass
period: 1880s, napoleon iii era
country of origin: france
provenance: private collection, france
good condition considering its age and use
dimensions: 91 x 6 cm

large and beautiful traditional french ship's wheel from the napoleon iii era. The inscription “port de toulon 1885” is found on its central wheel.

made of varnished wood with a gilt brass central plate. It features a radial wheel divided into eight spokes or pinions for easy handling. A significant and unique characteristic of the wheel is the large circular gilt brass plate positioned in the center, which enhances its beauty and gives it a substantial and important presence. The plate is engraved with the nautical inscription “port de toulon 1885”. The gilded brass insets the entire wheel, enhancing its aesthetic appeal and creating an attractive result for any décor that lends itself to incorporating a nautical element. See less