{"product_id":"hand-painted-maritime-sailing-ship-on-natural-slate-wall-plaque-signed-and-dated-1975","title":"Hand-Painted Maritime Sailing Ship on Natural Slate Wall Plaque – Signed and Dated 1975","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"261\" data-end=\"385\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA hand-painted maritime wall plaque on a naturally shaped piece of slate, signed with a stylised \u003cstrong data-start=\"358\" data-end=\"365\"\u003e'A'\u003c\/strong\u003e and dated \u003cstrong data-start=\"376\" data-end=\"384\"\u003e1975\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"387\" data-end=\"835\"\u003eThe painting depicts a traditional three-masted sailing vessel under full sail in heavy seas, executed directly onto the natural slate surface. The vessel flies a \u003cstrong data-start=\"550\" data-end=\"607\"\u003eSt George's Cross flag incorporating a heraldic crest\u003c\/strong\u003e together with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"624\" data-end=\"638\"\u003eRed Ensign\u003c\/strong\u003e at the stern, suggesting British maritime inspiration. The ship itself appears to be an artistic interpretation of a traditional sailing vessel rather than a portrait of a confirmed historic ship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"837\" data-end=\"1074\"\u003eThe reverse is inscribed \u003cstrong data-start=\"862\" data-end=\"885\"\u003e\"Winston Churchill\"\u003c\/strong\u003e. The significance of this inscription is unknown. It may refer to the title of the artwork, a commemorative piece or the vessel intended by the artist, although this has not been verified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1076\" data-end=\"1370\"\u003eThe natural slate has been left with its original irregular outline, giving the piece a distinctive sculptural quality, while the hand-painted detail contrasts beautifully against the dark stone. An unusual decorative piece that would suit a study, library, coastal home or maritime collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"bpec4l\" data-start=\"1372\" data-end=\"1386\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1388\" data-end=\"1415\"\u003eHeight: approximately 30 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1417\" data-end=\"1443\"\u003eWidth: approximately 28 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1445\" data-end=\"1470\" class=\"\"\u003eDepth: approximately 2 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1472\" data-end=\"1508\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1472\" data-end=\"1508\"\u003e(Please check before publication.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1uef3h1\" data-start=\"1510\" data-end=\"1523\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1525\" data-end=\"1560\"\u003e🌿 Original hand-painted decoration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1562\" data-end=\"1614\"\u003e🌿 Signed with a stylised \u003cstrong data-start=\"1588\" data-end=\"1595\"\u003e'A'\u003c\/strong\u003e and dated \u003cstrong data-start=\"1606\" data-end=\"1614\"\u003e1975\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1616\" data-end=\"1660\"\u003e🌿 Reverse inscribed \u003cstrong data-start=\"1637\" data-end=\"1660\"\u003e\"Winston Churchill\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1662\" data-end=\"1695\"\u003e🌿 Original hanging cord attached\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1697\" data-end=\"1759\"\u003e🌿 Natural edge chips and irregularities inherent to the slate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1761\" data-end=\"1814\"\u003e🌿 Minor age-related wear consistent with vintage use\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1816\" data-end=\"1862\"\u003e🌿 Paintwork remains bright and well preserved\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1966aaa\" data-start=\"1864\" data-end=\"1893\"\u003eOur Antique Forager Ethos\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1895\" data-end=\"2061\"\u003eWe source antique and vintage pieces for their craftsmanship, character and individuality, selecting only those that stand out and carry a story worthy of passing on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2063\" data-end=\"2136\"\u003eExplore curated inspiration, reference boards and new finds on Pinterest:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2138\" data-end=\"2181\"\u003e\u003ca data-start=\"2138\" data-end=\"2181\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.co.uk\/antiqueforager\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.pinterest.co.uk\/antiqueforager\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"c61ugk\" data-start=\"2183\" data-end=\"2195\"\u003eShipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2197\" data-end=\"2369\"\u003eFree UK postage. 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