WELCOME TO ODYSSEY COLLECTABLES!
Our site showcases a carefully crafted and curated collection of some of the world’s finest curiosities. Each collection included is due to the Founder’s individual passions for the rare and revered, hence the somewhat eclectic union of items.
First to market includes rare pieces from the 1608 wreckage of Chinese junk, the Bình Thuận. The wreck site uncovered some of the most well preserved late Ming Dynasty porcelain the world has seen.
Highly sought after vintage timber Pond Boat The Balmain Bug is also available as a replica model with Australian cedar hull - made to order.
Soon to follow is an exclusive collection of meticulously crafted model ships that capture the essence of maritime history, preserving intricate details and designs that bring to life the stories of legendary voyages and naval battles.
Explore our extraordinary collection of shipwreck ceramics, nautical collectables, and maritime memorabilia, ensuring you discover the perfect unique gifts for the avid sea enthusiasts in your life.
the Bình Thuận collection
These bowls are genuine Ming Dynasty porcelain recovered from the South China Sea wreck site of the BINH THUAN that sank in 1608. The wreck was initially found by Thai fishermen in 40 metres of water off the coast of Bình Thuận Provence and later excavated by marine archaeologist, Michael Flecker in 2002.
The Balmain Bug
The Balmain Bug is the generic name given to the iconic racing skiffs found on Sydney Harbour from the 1880’s to the 1930’s. With small hulls but carrying an enormous area of sail, these vessels became synonymous with the Sydney yachting scene.
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Whaling Game Board
Game boards are a colourful reminder of times when entertainment was of a simple nature and allowed for individual expression in decoration. For centuries, gaming boards were built from wood with colourful hand painted designs to suit each particular game. Original boards are now collector’s items and keenly sought after around the world, and have featured in art gallery presentations and serious collections.