Vintage Authentic Models "Riding The Waves" Metal Folk Art Sailboat Sculpture, c.1970-80s

This handcrafted kinetic sculpture by Authentic Models recreates a 19th-century toy. The piece features a sailboat with sailor figurine balanced on waves. The internal pendulum creates a rocking motion.

Made from hand-cut heavy sheet iron with hand-painted details and a distressed finish. The sky hook design mounts on a desktop stand or wall perch. Authentic Models, founded in 1968, creates reproductions sourced from original antiques found at auctions.

This nautical sculpture works well for collectors of folk art, maritime decor, and kinetic toys.

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Pre-owned with wear from age. Shows paint chips and some rust (see photos). The distressed appearance adds to the vintage character of the piece.