T327 - 12 Apostolov L80 Black and White

Specification: Item T327 - 45.3L x 11.4W x 33.5H Inches (115L x 29W x 85H Cm)

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Description:

Bring home a remarkable piece of naval history with this 12 Apostolov Model Ship, finished in an elegant black and white color scheme. Measuring 80cm in length, this fully assembled wooden model is an exquisite representation of one of Russia’s most famous 19th-century warships.

Built by hand using the plank-on-frame method, this model mirrors the construction techniques used for real ships. Artisans carefully craft each piece from high-quality woods such as mahogany, rosewood, and cedar, ensuring exceptional craftsmanship and long-lasting beauty.

The ship features three finely rigged masts, linen sails that are hand-stitched and rolled, and rows of miniature metal cannons on both sides. The deck is highly detailed with wooden cabins, lifeboats, staircases, and authentic ornamental features. Its color palette of black, white, and subtle gold accents lends a clean, powerful aesthetic that adds timeless appeal to any room.

Mounted on a solid wood base with a brass nameplate, this model is perfect for collectors, interior designers, and anyone with a passion for historic naval craftsmanship.

History:

The 12 Apostolov, or Twelve Apostles, was a 120-gun first-rate ship of the line commissioned by the Imperial Russian Navy in the early 1840s. It served as a flagship of the Black Sea Fleet and symbolized Russian naval power during a time of military and technological transition.

The ship gained fame during the Crimean War, especially at the Siege of Sevastopol (1854–1855), where it was eventually scuttled by Russian forces to block the harbor and prevent British and French fleets from advancing.

A masterpiece of naval engineering in its time, the 12 Apostolov is remembered for its strength, beauty, and patriotic role in Russian maritime history.