Carved desk set with brass cannons, framed image of vessel and carved Beaverplaque.

size: 26 1/2 inches x 11 3/4 inches.

An unusual piece of sailing hardware, the tiller yoke in this instance is hand-forged from the shape of two Danforth-style anchors into a locking brace for a larger sailing ship's rudder control. The attached side mounted pulleys and toggled miniature blocks are brass as well.

A classic three piece Cast Zinc Spelter Statues with a clock instrument, in traditional maritime roles, posed as a Sailor at the Helm, hands on the wheel; Lady Signalling Distress, a fabric in one hand and a net encumbered polearm gaft in the other hand; a Watchman with a Lifeline and Ring, looking outward to cast for survivors.

Dimensions:

Helmsman: 25 1/8 inches high x 12 1/2 inches wide.

Distress:23 5/8 inches high x 11 1/8 inches wide.

Watchman with life ring: 22 1/8 inches high x 7 7/8 inches wide.

Clock diameter: 4 3/8 inches. Clock is missing pendulum.

Helsman and Distress have engraved placques. The Watchman with Life Line is missing a plaque.