Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Premier Source for Nautical Antiques & Collectibles
Antiques of the Sea has been serving nautical and marine antique collectors, interior designers, and film production crews for over 50 years. Founded in 1969 by Eric Bakker, we specialize in museum-quality nautical antiques, including lanterns, ship models, diving helmets, and maritime memorabilia. Our expertise extends to providing curated guidance and educational consultation for collectors and designers. We ensure safe, insured shipping of all items and maintain a reputation as the premier nautical antiques shop in Sunset Beach, California.Our inventory includes unique collectibles, World War II artifacts, and coastal decor, with a focus on authenticity and historical significance. We have supplied rare pieces for major film productions, including the 2020 US Navy thriller *Greyhound*. Our commitment to quality, customer service, and preserving maritime history has made us a trusted resource for collectors worldwide.
Services
Nautical Antiques
Maritime Gifts
Ship Salvages
Coastal Decor
Online Auctions
Details
- Year established: 1969
Highlights and features
- We offer over 50 years of expertise in nautical antiques and collectibles.
- Our inventory includes museum-quality items not found elsewhere.
- We provide worldwide shipping with full insurance for all purchases.
- Our antiques have been featured in major film productions like *Greyhound*.
- We offer personalized consultation and guidance for collectors and designers.
What people say
Museum-quality items
Excellent customer service
Authentic maritime relics
Fast insured shipping
Film-worthy pieces
Services
Nautical Antiques
We curate rare nautical antiques, including ship models, bells, and compasses. These items cater to collectors and decorators seeking historical authenticity. Each piece is meticulously preserved for lasting value.
Maritime Gifts
Our maritime-themed gifts include WWII memorabilia and tropical decor. Ideal for enthusiasts and gift-givers, these items blend functionality with nautical heritage for home or office use.
Ship Salvages
We specialize in salvaged ship components and decor. These unique items are sourced from maritime history, offering collectors rare opportunities to own authentic maritime relics.
Online Auctions
Our online auctions provide access to exclusive nautical antiques. Bidders worldwide can compete for rare items, ensuring competitive pricing and global participation in maritime collectibles.
Insured Shipping
We offer fully insured shipping via UPS or USPS. Our packaging ensures items arrive safely, with transparent cost calculations based on actual shipping fees and insurance requirements.
People
Eric Bakker
Owner
Eric Bakker founded Antiques of the Sea in 1969. With over 50 years of experience, he curates museum-quality nautical antiques and provides expert consultation to collectors and filmmakers.
Questions
What types of nautical antiques do you offer?
We offer ship models, diving helmets, buoy lights, compasses, and WWII memorabilia, among other maritime artifacts.
Do you ship internationally?
Yes, we provide worldwide shipping via UPS or USPS with full insurance for all items.
Can I visit your shop in person?
Our Sunset Beach location is open by appointment only for personalized assistance.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept money orders, cashier's checks, and major credit cards for US-based buyers.
Are returns allowed on purchases?
Due to the uniqueness of our items, all sales are final with no returns accepted.
Have your antiques appeared in films?
Yes, our pieces were featured in the 2020 film *Greyhound*, starring Tom Hanks.
