Description
There is something immediately trustworthy about a piece like this — broad-based, solidly formed, and decorated with the kind of maritime detail that feels genuinely purposeful rather than decorative afterthought. This vintage brass captain’s bottle was made in Sweden during the 1960s, and it carries the calm confidence of Scandinavian nautical design from that era.
Formed in polished brass with pierced anchor and ship wheel motifs, the decanter was designed with a wide, stable footprint suited to the practical world of boats and cabins. The warm metal tone and maritime character give it equal appeal as functional barware, a ship cabin accent, or a display piece in a coastal or vintage maritime collection.
Details & Specifications
- Type: Captain’s bottle / nautical decanter
- Origin: Sweden
- Era: 1960s
- Material: Brass
- Motif: Anchors and ship wheels (pierced)
- Marking: Made in Sweden
- Height: approx. 18 cm (7 inches)
- Diameter: approx. 18 cm (7 inches)
Condition
- Good vintage condition with honest signs of age and use
- Surface scratches, scuffs, tarnish, and wear to the brass consistent with age
- Untested internally — sold in found vintage condition
- Nothing restored beyond what is necessary for stability; nothing altered to improve appearance
- Please review all photographs carefully, as they form part of the description
This is the kind of object that has already lived a life — on a shelf, aboard a boat, or in a well-stocked cabin bar. It arrives exactly as found, with all the warmth and wear that comes with decades of honest use. A timeless piece for sailing enthusiasts, vintage collectors, or anyone drawn to the enduring character of retro Scandinavian maritime design.
Packed securely and shipped with tracking from Sweden. Combined shipping is available.
