MarisStella began with a simple but enduring ambition: to preserve the maritime heritage of the Adriatic through precision-crafted wooden ship models. Founded in Croatia—a region shaped for centuries by seafaring culture—MarisStella draws inspiration from the shipbuilding traditions of the Dubrovnik Republic and the broader Mediterranean world. From its earliest days, the company aligned itself not […]

Start Your Model Ship Journey 🛠️ Building a model ship is not just a hobby—it’s an exploration of maritime history, craftsmanship, and patience. Whether you are drawn to full-rigged ships, barques, or historical vessels, MarisStella Model Ship Kits are designed to provide a rewarding experience for beginners and advanced modelers alike. This guide will help […]

With a targeted collection of museum materials from the Dubrovnik Museums and the Toledo Museum in Spain, we began our research. Personally, I undertook a detailed study of all materials, which amounted to over 2GB. It was an extraordinary pleasure to begin writing this work. The materials thoroughly cover medieval Dubrovnik shipbuilding, extending into the […]