{"product_id":"soviet-copper-wall-plaque-sailing-ship","title":"Soviet Copper Wall Plaque – Embossed Sailing Ship Chekanka, Nautical Decor","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Soviet copper wall plaque is an embossed sailing ship, a chekanka, which is the traditional Soviet art of metal embossing. It shows a galleon riding the waves with an anchor and oars symbol in the corner. The high-relief detail on the sails, hull and waves has a natural patina that highlights the depth of the image.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eItem Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wall plaque, embossed metal art (chekanka)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubject:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sailing ship (galleon) with an anchor and oars symbol\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Copper sheet on the front; durable black plastic core \/ back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-relief embossing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 29 x 20 cm (11.4 x 7.8 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHanging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pre-drilled hole at the top\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soviet era, late Soviet period\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e USSR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGood vintage condition. There is a natural aged patina and minor signs of wear consistent with age. The plaque has a pre-drilled hole at the top for easy wall mounting. Please see the photos with the measuring tape for exact dimensions. The back is black plastic, which keeps the plaque rigid and light.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout This Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eChekanka plaques were widely made in the USSR as decorative souvenirs and home decor. Using a plastic core for rigidity and light weight was a common technique in the late Soviet period. This piece suits a maritime-themed room, a man cave or a collection of Soviet-era industrial art. Pieces like this are collected for their craftsmanship and warm copper color, and the nautical subject works well with other maritime items.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eShipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCarefully packed and shipped worldwide from Ukraine with a tracking number. Delivery to the USA typically takes 2–4 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Soviet Vintage Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67681917763733,"sku":"EBAY-406886345963","price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0808\/0500\/3413\/files\/soviet-copper-wall-plaque-sailing-ship-1.jpg?v=1791721567","url":"https:\/\/sovietvintagestore.com\/products\/soviet-copper-wall-plaque-sailing-ship","provider":"Soviet Vintage Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}