Lt 18th c American Hand Carved Sailor Made Admiral's Longboat Miniature Folk Art

  
We are offering a rare, maritime folk art piece. A beautifully hand carved, Late 18th to Early 19th Century Sailor Made Longboat. The amazing miniature's hull is carved of one piece. With the board seats attached (thwarts). The two stars, on the hull, and the admirals seat.

The white paint was added on later. Traces of the original white paint can still be seen around the edges.

You can make out age-related craquelure on the original varnish. This type of late 18th to early 19th century longboat was an. And was used in naval combat for dispatches.

This launch was modeled after a longboat. Historical sea battles in the Revolutionary War. Through the War of 1812. Along with the boat comes two oars, one of which is missing the blade. Small scuffs and scratches to paint.

Small loss to front tip. One of the two oars is missing the blade. Please see all photos for condition.