A mid-century folk art carved horn model sailing ship, Dominican Republic

A vintage mid-century folk art model sailing ship, crafted from carved and polished horn. This three-masted vessel features sails and a curved hull fashioned from horn sections in varying shades of translucent amber and dark brown. The natural colours of the horn are showcased throughout the construction. The components are held together with monofilament rigging. The vessel is set upon a base hand-painted with decorative turtle motifs and the text Puerto Plata R.D., identifying the piece as a souvenir from the Dominican Republic. Dimensions: Not recorded.