Vintage Handmade Model Ship c.1940-1970 Ceiling Lighting Submarine half hulls are rare

Submarine half hulls are rare

The manufacturer's plate is located on the bottom center

The sign is one sided and shows some wear to the paint consistent with age and use

depended largely on stops and dogs to hold the workpiece

life buoys

Vintage Handmade Model Ship c.1940-1970 Ceiling Lighting Submarine half hulls are rareABOUT The Sea Witch, an American clipper ship, a model and case handmade by Piel Craftsmen. This piece has retained its original finish. CREATOR Piel Craftsman DATE OF MANUFACTURE c. 1940 1970. MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Wood, Glass. CONDITION Good. Wear consistent with age and use. DIMENSIONS H 15. 25 in. W 20. 25 in. D 6. 75 in. HISTORY During the past 60 years the Piel Craftsmen have produced over 30,000 ship models. Piel Craftsmen models have been