Maritime Models, Instruments & Art Sale
on Wednesday 29th April 2009
1. AFTER GIDEON YATES (ENGLISH, EARLY 19TH-CENTURY)
The City of London viewed from the Thames
Watercolour
11 x 16in. (28 x 40.5cm.)
Estimate: 300-500
2. JOSEPH FARINGTON (1747-1821)
Dartmouth & Kingswear from Warfleet ropewalk, Octr. 5, 1809
Pencil on paper, further inscribed some of the large houses fronted with slate - others white slate - brick chimneys
8½ x 14½in. (21.5 x 37cm.) Framed
Estimate: 250-400
3. CHINESE SCHOOL (19TH-CENTURY)
A junk underway in a swell; A three-masted junk underway in a swell
Watercolour heightened with white
8 x 10in. (20 x 25.5cm.) Framed (2, a pair)
Estimate: 300-500
4. ENGLISH SCHOOL, 19TH-CENTURY
The channel packet paddle steamer Duke of Argyle with shipping beyond; The channel packet Earl of Lancaster under way
Inscribed 'Duke of Argyle' and 'Earl of Lancaster' (lower left)
Oil on card
8 x 18in. (20.3 x 46cm.) each (2, a pair)
Estimate: 300-500
5. A DE CLERK (Fl. 1875 - 1910) of Antwerp
The Thames sailing barge Felix off the West Hinder lightship
Pen, black ink, watercolour and body colour
Signed and inscribed 'Felix of Ipswich Capt F. Strange 1899' (lower left)
22 x 32in. (56 x 81.3cm.) Framed: Historical data
Estimate: 300-500
6. REUBEN CHAPPELL (BRITISH, 1870-1940)
The sailing barge Blessing underway off a headland
Signed `R. Chappell Goole' (lower left) and inscribed 'Blessing of Beverley, Capt. W. Porter' (lower right)
Oil on canvas
20 x 30in. (51 x 76cm.) Framed
Estimate: 300-500
7. ANON, 19TH-CENTURY
Top sail schooner "Eleanora Kay" Salcombe
Oil on panel, unsigned
15¾ x 23in. (40 x 58.5cm.) Framed
Estimate: 100-150
8. H. PETERSEN (SCANDINAVIAN, 19TH CENTURY)
Vessels sailing in a calm evening
Signed 'H Petersen' (lower right)
Oil on panel
12 x 13¾in. (30.5 x 35cm.) Framed
Estimate: 1200-1800
9. R. SORMENI (AMERICAN, C.1965)
The Mississippi River paddle steamer City of St. Louis in full steam
Signed 'R. Sormeni' (lower right)
Oil on canvas
20 x 24in. (51 x 61cm.) Framed
Built in 1883 for the Anchor Line, City of St. Louis enjoyed a typical career for a Mississippi excursion steamer. In October 1889 however, she happened to be near the Corona when her boilers exploded and killed 46 passengers and crew, including the captain, sinking almost immediately. The loss of life would have been far greater had City of St. Louis not immediately collected survivors. Sold in 1903 to T. Marshall Miller for $3,125, she burned at her moorings on the 29th October almost exactly twenty years after her launch.
Estimate: 300-500
10. R. A. BORSTEL (AUSTRALIAN, 1875-1922)
The four-masted trading barque West Lothian off Beachy Head
Signed 'R. H. Borstel' (lower left)
Oil on panel
17 x 23 ½ in (43 x 59.5cm) Framed
Estimate: 500-600
11. ATTRIBUTED TO WILLIAM WEBB (BRITISH, 1780-1846)
The three-masted trading barque Dolphin sailing off Cape Town
Oil on canvas
19 ½ x 30in (49.5 x 76cm) Framed
Estimate: 800-1200
12. ERIC H. CRADDY (BRITISH, BORN 1913)
A three-masted bargue under way in a calm sea; The barque Favell at sea
Signed and dated 'Eric H. Craddy. 1934 & 1935.' (lower right)
Watercolour heightened with white
16 x 23 ½ in. (40.5 x 59.5cm.); 8 ½ x 12in. (21.5 x 30.5cm.) Framed (2)
Estimate: 300-500
13. BRITISH, 20TH CENTURY
A beached vessel by a derelict fort
Watercolour heightened with white
9 ½ x 13 ½ in. (24 x 34.5cm.)
Estimate: 150-250
14. EDOUARD ADAM (FRENCH, 1847-1929)
The general cargo steamer Alphonse Parran at sea
Signed 'Adam Fils 18-6' (lower right)
Oil on canvas
24¼ x 36in. (61.5 x 91.5cm.) Framed
Built in 1889 for the Anglo-Algerian S.S.Co Ltd, Swansea by Doxford, the Alphonse Parran was bought by von der. Ohe & Lund in 1897 who shortened her name to just Parran. She was broken up on the Tyne in August 1910.
Estimate: 800-1200
15. BRITISH SCHOOL
The general cargo steamer Yorkmoor at sea
Indistinctly signed 'Bo... 1905' (lower left)
Watercolour heightened with white
13 x 22½in. (33 x 57cm.)
The first of three "Yorkmoors" built for the Moor Line Ltd (Runciman), London by Readhead of Southshields in 1902, she registered 3,544 tons and was sold in 1912 being renamed Rio Sorocaba and again in 1915, renamed Ant Cassar. She was lost on 27th August 1918.
Estimate: 200-300
16. ENGLISH SCHOOL (19TH-CENTURY)
The Blue Anchor Line's S.S. Culgoa steaming in a swell off the Bishop Rock lighthouse
Oil on panel, inscribed 'S.S. Culgoa 1890' (lower left)
8 x 12in. (20 x 30.5cm.) Framed; together with an original sepia photograph of H.M.S. Agamemnon (1906); and a collotype of the barque Macquarie (2)
Built by J.L. Thompsons for Wilhelm Lund's Blue Anchor Line of London and completed in January 1890, the Culgoa 3,325 tons and sailed under the Blue Anchor flag until 1898 when it was sold to the U.S Government. !n 1922 her name changed to Champlain and she was finally broken up in New York in 1924. In 1909 the company's newest ship Waratah disappeared off South Africa on the homeward leg of her second voyage with the loss of 211 lives. Blue Anchor never recovered from this mishap and in 1910 sold their fleet to the P. & O. Line and went into voluntary liquidation.
Estimate: 200-300
17. DERRICK SMOOTHY (BRITISH 20TH CENTURY)
The Queen Elizabeth II at Cape Town March 1991
Signed and dated 'Derrick Smoothy 1991' (lower right) and further inscribed on reverse 'to Ken for kindness and encouragement Derrick 9th June 91'
Oil on canvas
12 x 16in (30.5 x 40.5cm) Framed
Provenance: Given by the artist to Kenneth Vard
Estimate: 400-600
18. FRANK H. MASON R.I., R.S.M.A. (1876-1965)
The Everard tanker Clarity on Bowl Quay, King's Lynn
Signed 'Frank H. Mason' (lower left)
Oil on canvas
20 x 30in. (51 x 76cm.) Framed
Used by Everards for a company calendar
Estimate: 500-800
19. SIR GEORGE ROSE SARTORIUS, R.N. (BRITISH 1790-1885)
Shipping off the Belam Tower, Portugal
Signed 'G R Sartorius' (lower right) and inscribed 'Belam Castle Tagus' (left middle)
Watercolour
6 x 9in. (15 x 23cm.) Framed
George Rose Sartorius enjoyed a long and interesting naval career, joining at the age of eleven, and was Admiral of the Fleet when he died. At the time this picture was painted, he was probably serving as a temporary Admiral to the Portuguese Fleet having been brought in to keep order during a politically difficult time. Often spending his own money to keep mutinous men quiet, the Portuguese authorities attempted to arrest him when he threatened to remove the fleet as security. However, he arrested the arresting officers and negotiated his departure which was achieved without remorse in 1833, his successor, Captain Charles Napier, wisely refusing to budge until payment funds were proven forthcoming.
Estimate: 3000-5000
20. RAPHAEL MONLEON Y TORRES (SPANISH, 1847-1900)
Dutch hay barges near a jetty
Signed and dated 'R. Monleon 1867' (lower right)
Oil on panel
12½ x 21¼in. (32 x 54cm.) Framed
Estimate: 800-1200
21. EDWARD WILLIAM HEREFORD, R.N. (FL.1851-74)
Study of a fishing boat in shallow water, a pier and crane beyond; together with two further studies and two panels of sketches for small craft
All stamped 'EWH' and numbered 111, 200, 181, 196 & 105 (On verso); 200 initialled 'EWH Dover 1875' (lower left)
Watercolour heightened with white
8¼ x 19in. (21 x 48cm.) (largest three) (5)
Estimate: 200-300
22. EDWARD WILLIAM HEREFORD, R.N. (FL.1851-74)
Shipping with a Mediterranean harbour beyond; A West Country harbour at low tide; Study for a lateen-rigged chasse-marée
Stamped and numbered 'EWH' 133, 135 and 115 (Verso)
Watercolour on card (133, 135) and paper
10½ x 21½in. (26.5 x 54.5cm.); 9¾ x 21¼in. (25 x 54cm.); 13 x 23¾in. (33 x 60.5cm.) (3)
Estimate: 300-500
23. EDWARD WILLIAM HEREFORD, R.N. (FL.1851-74)
An estuary with town beyond; Shipping in an estuary with lighthouse
Stamped and numbered 'EWH' 77 and 71 (Verso)
Watercolour
10 x 21½in. (25.5 x 54.5cm.) each, approximately (2)
Estimate: 200-400
24. EDWARD WILLIAM HEREFORD, R.N. (FL.1851-74)
A frigate of the Royal Navy in full sail; A frigate of the Royal Navy shortening sail before a squall
Stamped and numbered 'EWH' 99 and 118 (Verso)
Watercolour, one laid on card
8 x 11in. (20 x 28cm.); 8 x 14¼in. (20 x 36cm.) (2)
Estimate: 150-200
25. EDWARD WILLIAM HEREFORD, R.N. (FL.1851-74)
A merchant steamship weathering a storm with rocks in the foreground; A dis-masted Royal Navy sailing ship in a gale with bow anchors dropped; A sailing ship heeling over in a gale
Stamped 'EWH' and numbered 147, 195 and 101 (On verso)
Monochrome on paper, heightened with white (3)
8 x 18in. (20.5 x 46cm.); 10 x 18¾in. (25.5 x 47.5cm.); 6¾ x 10in. (17 x 25.5cm.)
Estimate: 150-250
26. EDWARD WILLIAM HEREFORD, R.N. (FL.1851-74)
A fishing boat resting on a beach; A ruinous barge beached on a bank
Inscribed '"Greenwich" May 5th 1903'; 'Yarmouth Water Augst. 18 - PM Mu-o Castle' (lower left) and stamped and numbered 'EWH' 182 and 197 (On verso)
Watercolour
8½ x 19in. (21.5 x 48cm.) Each approximately (2)
Estimate: 200-300
27. EDWARD WILLIAM HEREFORD, R.N. (FL.1851-74)
A prison hulk resting on a mudflat with another at anchor beyond; A frigate hove to at sea
Watercolour on paper
7 x 11in. (18 x 28cm.); 6½ x 11¼in. (16.5 x 28.5cm.) (2)
Estimate: 150-250
28. EDWARD WILLIAM HEREFORD, R.N. (FL.1851-74)
The Bombardment of Sebastopol, 17th October, 1854 at 3.35pm: H.M.S. Trafalgar's guiding paddle frigate Retribution's mast being shot away by the enemy.
Signed and dated 'RIH/55' (lower right)
Watercolour on paper heightened with white mounted on linen-backed card.
11½ x 17¼in. (29 x 44cm.)
For details of H.M.S. Trafalgar please refer to lot 63 where the moment in this picture is mentioned.
H.M.S. Retribution enjoyed the distinction of being the first custom-built paddle frigate in the Royal Navy and was launched in 1844. Suffering from the usual failings of any prototype, she was significantly modified in 1847-49, after which she proved a very successful ship. Sent to the Black Sea to support the fleet at the outbreak of the Crimean War, she scored the winning hit on the arsenal at Odessa during the 12-hour bombardment on 22nd April 1854, and was likewise employed off Sebastopol on 17th October the same year where she was damaged but survived until scrapped in 1864.
Estimate: 400-600
29. NICCOLO S. CAMMILLERI OF MALTA (fl.1820-1855)
H.M.S. Canopus departing the Grand Harbour at Valetta
Inscribed 'H.M.S. Canopus 1835' at centre
Watercolour
Originally the French ship Franklin, Nelson captured her at the Battle of the Nile in 1798 and renamed her Canopus. She was finally sold from service in 1887.
11 x 16 1/2in. (28 x 42cm.) Contemporary frame
Estimate: 1400-1600
30. ENGLISH SCHOOL (19TH CENTURY)
A Spanish ship-of-the-line in receipt of a British Broadside
Watercolour on paper, photocopied label to reverse reading 'A.E. Oakes 1st Class March 25th 1834'
10½ x 14½in. (26.5 x 37cm.) Framed; together with a watercolour of a tethered hulk lying high in the water -- 5½ x 9½in. (14 x 24cm.) Framed (2)
Estimate: 300-500
31. FRENCH SCHOOL (EARLY 19TH-CENTURY)
A French 6th-Rate sailing on port reach in a choppy sea
Pencil and watercolour, inscribed 'French sloop of War' (lower left)
Watercolour
7½ x 9in. (19 x 23cm.) Framed
Estimate: 400-600
32. BRIAN COOLE (BRITISH, 20TH-CENTURY)
Full-length portrait of the American Commander Stephen Decater
Signed 'Brian Coole' (lower right) and inscribed 'Commander Stephen Decater' (mid left)
Oil on canvas
35½ x 28in. (90 x 71cm.) Framed
Estimate: 300-500
33. EDWIN BRUNT (19TH-CENTURY)
Capture of the French Frigate "Revolutionaire" 21st October, 1794
Watercolour on paper, signed lower left.
6½ x 12in. (16.5 x 30.5cm.) Framed
Estimate: 250-400
34. LOUIS DODD (BRITISH, BORN 1943)
A late 17th Century admiralty yacht lying in an estuary
Signed 'Louis Dodd' (lower right)
Oil on panel
14 ¼ x 18 ¼ in. (36 x 46.5cm.) Framed
Estimate: 500-800
35. CIRCLE OF NICHOLAS CONDY
Yachts of the Royal Yacht Squadron racing off Cowes Castle with a warship beyond
Oil on Panel with supply trade label for Rowney & Forster on reverse.
10¼ x 13in. (26 x 33cm.) Framed
Estimate: 350-450
36. G. W. BUTLAND (BRITISH, FL. 1831-43)
Shipping in the company of fishing boats off Scotland
Signed on wreckage 'G. W. Butland' (lower right)
Oil on canvas
29 x 41in. (73.5 x 104cm.) Framed
Estimate: 3000-5000
37. JOHN WILSON CARMICHAEL (BRITISH, 18??)
A busy shipping scene
Oil on canvas
16 x 24in (40.5 x 61cm) Framed
Estimate: 1500-2000
38. JOHN STANLEY DALISON (BRITISH, 20TH CENTURY)
A squadron of motor torpedo boats on patrol
Signed 'J S Dalison' (lower left)
Oil on canvas
29½ x 39½in. (75 x 100cm.) Framed
Estimate: 400-600
39. IRWIN, JOHN DAVID BEVAN (BRITISH 1852-1940)
A line of British ships giving and receiving fire at the Battle of Jutland
Signed 'Irwin Bevan' (lower left)
Watercolour
5¼ x 10¾in. (13.5 x 27.5cm.) Framed; together with a print of the White Star Liner Teutonic
(2)
Estimate: 150-250
40. TWO 19TH-CENTURY SILHOUETTE PICTURES
entitled PAUL JONES and The Golden Hind and Santa Maria, each -- 12½ x 16½in. (32 x 42cm.) Original maple frames (2)
Estimate: 400-600
41. AFTER JOHN HOPKINS
A Tribute to the Memory of the late Vice Admiral Viscount Nelson
Coloured mezzotint engraved by Young and published by Boydell & Co. London, 4th June, 1806
26 x 20in. (66 x 51cm.) Contemporary maple frame
Estimate: 300-500
42. A 19TH-CENTURY BAXTER PRINT OF NELSON
after the original by Lemuel Abbot, mounted within original maple frame -- 9 x 8in. (23 x 20cm.) overall
Estimate: 100-150
43. A WEDGWOOD JASPERWARE PLAQUE OF LORD NELSON
after the original by John de Vaere, mounted within an ornately carved gilt wood frame -- 8½in. (21.5cm.) high overall
Estimate: 350-450
44. A CAST IRON PORTRAIT PLAQUE OF LORD NELSON
after the original by John de Vaere, mounted within an early 19th-Century wooden frame -- 6½in. (16.5cm.) high overall
Estimate: 200-300
45. AN EARLY 19TH-CENTURY PRATTWARE JUG COMMEMORATING NELSON AND BERRY
Named portraits enriched in a typical palette -- 6in. (15cm.)
Estimate: 180-220
46. A 19TH-CENTURY STAFFORDSHIRE JUG OF NELSON
depicted full-length and standing beside a cannon on a base inscribed Nelson -- 11¾in. (30cm.) high
Estimate: 200-300
47. A CONTEMPORARY PRINT OF NELSON'S FUNERAL CAR
An Exact Representation of the GRAND FUNERAL CAR...
Published by S.W. Fores, January 13th 1806, with applied label testifying that 'Mr Elliot' had confirmed the accuracy of the image - 13 x 10½in. (33 x 26.5cm.) Framed; together with The Reward of Courage or NELSON TRIUMPHANT depicting Nelson receiving Admiral Blanquet's sword in his cabin, published by Fairburn, Nov 24th, 1798 -- 14 x 10in. (35.5 x 25.5cm.) Framed; together with a small print of the Rev. Edmund Nelson. (3)
Estimate: 150-200
48. A COMMEMORATIVE NELSON PLAQUE
the 10¼in. (26cm.) roundel of Nelson before Victory's stern modelled in clay and bronzed, signed under Nelson SCD '85 and secured to a slate -- 12½in. (32cm.) square
Estimate: 100-150
49. A GREEK KEY PATTERN GILT BRASS COMMEMORATIVE SNUFF BOX
the lid with profile of Nelson, the base listing principal victories (gilt worn) -- 2⅛?in. (5.5cm.) diameter; together with a cast brass commemorative patch box (2)
Estimate: 200-300
50. A TRAFALGAR CENTENARY SILKWORK
the oak frame with brass plaque stamped HMS Victory / Battle of Trafalgar / Oct 21st 1805 - 13 x 19cm. (33 x 48cm.) overall; together with a repousée copper plaque also of Victory in full sail -- 15¾ x 12½in. (40 x 32cm.) Framed
Estimate: 100-150
51. A MEDALLION PORTRAIT OF NELSON
left facing profile pressed in brass and mounted within an early 19th-Century ebonised frame with oak leaf suspension ring -- 4⅜?in. (11cm.) square
Estimate: 150-250
52. A GILT-BRONZE PLAQUE OF NELSON
after the original by John de Vaere for Wedgwood -- 3¾in. (9.5cm.) High
Estimate: 80-120
53. A FINE COPELAND BUST OF LORD NELSON
after the original by John Flaxman, impressed with maker's marks to reverse and socle -- 13in. (33cm.) high
Estimate: 1200-1500
54. A FRAGMENT OF VICTORY ORLOP DECK TIMBER
with pinned white metal plaque engraved FRAGMENT OF ORLOP DECK of H.M.S. "VICTORY" TAKEN ABOUT 6 YARDS FROM THE SPOT WHERE LORD NELSON DIED, with remnants of paint still applied -- 3½ x 3¼in. (9 x 8.5cm.) approximately
On 24th October 1903, The Times reported that the elderly battleship Neptune, which had been sold from service, collided with the Victory when a hawser broke whilst undertow and the tide swung her round and stove in her [Victory's] port side. This included the orlop deck area where Nelson died and so it seems likely this souvenir was taken off in the ensuing re-fit.
Estimate: 100-150
55. THE HON. CAPT. FREDERICK MAITLAND'S TELESCOPE
the 1½in. single draw tapering wooden tube with vestiges of original painted finish, signed by the eyepiece Troughton LONDON Honble Captn. Maitland (optics defective) -- 25½ / 34½in. (65 / 87.5cm.) closed/open
Sir Frederick Lewis Maitland (1777-1839) enjoyed a lively naval career with numerous acts of gallantry and daring do recorded to his credit. However, it was Maitland's fate to be located at the right place and to act with the typical independence of thought that characterised many of Britain's greater heroes that brought his fame to its zenith. By 1815 he was in command of the Bellerophon (74) and blockading Rochefort in the aftermath of Waterloo. Receiving intelligence that Bonaparte would attempt to escape to America from there, he sent a small boat, in the belief that Bonaparte would in fact use Rochefort. Maitland's commanding officer, Admiral Hotham, left standing orders that should he intercept Bonaparte; he was to be taken directly to England. Maitland's hunch proved correct and after four days of negotiations between the 10th and 14th July, Bonaparte and his entourage embarked for the nine day crossing to Torbay. It took a further nineteen days for the Government to decide what to do with him and he was transferred to the Northumberland. Maitland's account of Napoleon's time aboard Bellerophon was published in 1826. Maitland was appointed Captain in 1801, rank he held until made a Rear Admiral of the Blue in retirement in 1830, it is therefore highly likely this telescope was with him aboard Bellerophon during this historic period of his career.
Estimate: 500-800
56. AN EARLY 19TH-CENTURY ADMIRALTY PROFILE PLAN
for a small 20-gun ship of 546 tons, dated 5th June 1805 -- 18 x 47in. (46 x 119.5cm.) Framed
Estimate: 400-600
57. A WEDGWOOD JASPERWARE PORTRAIT PLAQUE OF ADMIRAL DUNCAN
after the original by John de Vaere, maker's marks impressed behind -- 4⅜?in. (11cm.) high; Framed
Estimate: 200-300
58. THE BOUNTY: OUTWARD BOUND
eyewitness report from a midshipman serving under Captain Bligh written ten months prior to the mutiny -- 17¼in. (44cm.) of column space, back page, columns 1-2, in an original and complete issue of THE CRAFTSMAN, or SAY'S WEEKLY JOURNAL, dated 6th of December,1788
Estimate: 200-300
59. THE BOUNTY: MUTINY
At daybreak on the 28th the cabin of Capt. Bligh was forcibly entered by the Officer of the Watch, assisted by three others who dragged him instantly on the deck menacing his life….
This report covers the 46 day voyage in an open boat with Bligh and 18 loyal Officers and men rationed to 1 ounce of bread and one gill of water a day for each man, with on extraordinary occasions a spoonful of rum -- 14½in. (37 cm.) column space, page 3, columns 1-2 in an original and complete issue of JACKSONS OXFORD JOURNAL dated 20th March, 1790.
Estimate: 300-400
60. THE BOUNTY: AFTERMATH
Sir Joseph Banks has authentic particulars of her having been at Otaheite… -- 2⅝?in.(6cm.) column space, page 3, column 1, in an original and complete issue of THE DIARY or WOODFALL'S REGISTER, dated 19th July,1790; together with A remarkable communication said to be from Christian, Chief Mutineer: This extraordinary nautical character has at length transmitted to England an account of his conduct in his mutiny on board the Bounty… He is said to be working for the Spanish Government in South America after having visited Juan Fernandez and then being shipwrecked - 8in. (20cm.) of column space, page 3, column 3 in an original and complete issue of THE TIMES, dated 13th September, 1796. (2)
Estimate: 400-500
61. THE BOUNTY: DESCENDANTS OF THE MUTINEERS, PITCAIRN ISLAND
a comprehensive report from the Quarterly Review with the texts of two letters from Captain Mayhew Folger of the Topaz (Boston) and Captain Thomas Staines of H.M.S. Briton. Folger's letter dated Nantucket, March 1st,1813, refers back to his discovery in February 1808 of the last refuge of the Mutineers which was rediscovered by Sir Thomas Staines in his report from Valparaiso on 18th October 1814. Both Captains thought the island uninhabited and were amazed to find a settlement of 40-46 English speaking grown up young people and one 50-60 year old mutineer, John Adams, also referred to as Alexander Smith who had sailed with Captain Bligh on the Bounty -- 41in. (104cm.), page 2, columns 2 & 3, in an original and complete issue of THE TIMES, dated 16th December, 1815
Estimate: 400-600
62. H.M.S CYCLOPS: A CASED SPRIG FROM THE MOUNT OF OLIVES
contained within a small mahogany box with paper label inside lid inscribed Sprig from Mouth of Olives, May 1841, H.M.S. Cyclops, Lieut T. Short, Garden of Olives dar hallow'd spot, The fame of Thy wonders shall ne'er be forgot - 4in. (10cm.) diameter; together with two brass model anchors; a small model of a coracle with paddle and a ship in bottle (5)
Estimate: 200-300
63. AN HISTORICALLY IMPORTANT LOG BOOK FOR H.M.S. TRAFALGAR INCLUDING HER CRIMEAN WAR BOMBARDMENTS OF ODESSA AND SEBASTOPOL IN 1854
completed between 29th July 1850 with Admiral Montagu Stopford hoisting his flag, and 10th April 1855 with stores being returned to the Dockyard and main topmast being "struck", written in a tight neat hand with between one and two weeks of entries per page in ruled sections and detailing usual shipboard procedures and weather observation, including her period of service in the Black Sea for the Bombardment of Odessa, 23 April 1854: 4.30 "Fury" Opened fire on the batteries of Odessa, 6.30 Ditto, anchored; and a long entry for the Bombardment of Sebastopol, 17th October 1854: AM at 7h The Allied forces on shore commenced firing... Arrived five steam transports.. cleared for action and got up 100 Rounds of shot for each Gun.. Weighed in tow of "Retribution" lashed alongside. Weighed in tow the "Britannia" and "Queen" weighed in tow of steamers the remainder of the Squadron following. Noon - standing in towards Sebastopol. Old French leading ship open Fire on the South Batteries, 1.45 "Terrible" opened fire on the North, lists further order of firing until The action becoming general, 3.18 "Trafalgar" opens fire... 3.25 "Trafalgar" drifting on "Rodneys" broadside, 3.35 the "Retributions" main mast shot away, 3.40 observed "Albion" being towed out of action, 4.50 set spanker and tried to take up station, 5h came to with steam anchor, and dropped B.B. ahead of "Britannia" and re-opened fire on the Large Fort... 5.15 After Main Shroud and Main Lift shot away, 5.39 ceased firing not being able to see the Object, 5.45 "Trafalgar" firing occasional Shots, Fleet in General proceeding out of the Action, 6.30 Small Batteries firing red hot shot on "Trafalgar", 7.40 Weighed and proceeded towards Anchorage, being the last ship out of the Action, 9.15 anchored in 25 fathoms; Squadron in Company, some of the spare pages after the logs' conclusion being used to list the crews for several other ships including Rattlesnake, Blonde, Excellent, Hastings, Pembroke and Monarch, bound between vellum-covered boards with marbled linings and page edges -- 13 x 8½in. (33 x 21.5cm.)
The First Rate Trafalgar was ordered in February 1825 as the last of five 'Saint George' class three-deckers designed after the end of the Napoleonic Wars. Her keel was laid in Woolwich Dockyard in December 1829 but she was not ready for launching until the summer of 1841, having spent 11½ years on the stocks. A large vessel of 2,694 tons measuring 205½ feet in length with a 53½ foot beam, she mounted 120 guns of varying calibre and required 1,000 men to crew her. Built by Oliver Lang at Woolwich, she was launched by him on 21st June 1841 with a crowd of 500,000 people said to have assembled to watch the spectacle. Initially employed as flagship to the Commander-in-Chief, Sheerness, she showed her mettle in the Crimean War when she took an active role in the twelve-hour bombardment of Odessa on 23rd April 1854 and the subsequent huge bombardment of Sebastopol on 17th October the same year. These triumphs also signalled the end of the supremacy of sail, as graphically illustrated by this lot, the great three-deckers which had successfully pounded the Russian defences had mostly been towed into position by steamships and it had become clear to the Admiralty that the future of the Pax Britannica lay with steam. Consequently, Trafalgar like most of her larger contemporaries - was docked for conversion and fitted with screw propulsion in a refit lasting a year from August 1858. Last at sea with the Reserve Fleet in 1869, she was then converted to a boys' training ship at Portsmouth and, when transferred to Portland in 1873, was renamed Boscawen. Finally sold out of the service in July 1906, she was broken up on the Thames after sixty-five years afloat.
Admiral the Hon. Sir Montagu Stopford, KCB (1798-1864) was the nephew of Admiral Sir Robert Stopford, GCB, GCMG, a flag officer of considerable fame who enjoyed a career of great distinction throughout the Napoleonic Wars. Young Montagu joined the Royal Navy in 1810 as a 1st class volunteer aboard his uncle's flagship Scipion for the conquest of Java (1811), and, thanks to his own talent, received rapid promotion to Lieutenant (1819), Commander (1822) and Post Captain (1825). Promoted to flag rank in 1853, on 4th August 1854 he was appointed Captain of the Fleet [in the Black Sea] and attached to Admiral Dundas's flagship Britannia. With the main naval activity in the Crimean War over by the end of that year, Stopford was then made Superintendent of the Dockyard at Malta (Jan. 1855 - July 1858) and retired on half-pay in 1863.
'Captain of the Fleet' is essentially a temporary Admiralty post, the officer so appointed being required to carry out all the C. in C.'s orders and also to maintain discipline throughout the fleet, an area in which his rulings are "supreme".
Estimate: 1000-1500
64. A PAIR OF DECORATIVE BRASS NAVAL-TYPE GUNS
with 30in. four-stage barrels, set on stepped wooden naval trucks with brass fittings and wooden wheels
8½ x 32in. (21.5 x 81.5cm.)
Estimate: 800-1200
65. A PAIR OF 19TH-CENTURY MINIATURE BRASS CANNON
each with a 12½in. five stage tapering barrel with raised mouldings, rounded cascabel stamped with proof marks beneath, mounted on brass-mounted naval-type carriages with brass trucks -- 4¾ x 13¾in. (12 x 35cm.) overall
Estimate: 1500-2000
66. A 19TH-CENTURY MODEL BRASS SWIVEL GUN
the 9½in. barrel mounted on a shaped teak base; together with a British iron restrike of the German Lusitania medal, in box; and two small iron cannon balls
(4)
Estimate: 100-150
67. A MODEL CANNON MADE FROM METAL RECOVERED FROM THE ROYAL GEORGE
the four-stage tapering barrel with inscription reading Relic of Royal George/Sunk/ 1782 raised 1840, mounted on a naval-type wooden truck (later) -- 7½in. (19cm.) barrel length
Estimate: 200-300
68. A DETAILED AND WELL MADE 1:12 SCALE WOOD AND METAL MODEL OF A 68 POUND CARONADE OF THE TYPE SUPPLIED TO H.M.S. VICTORY
modelled by A. Walshaw with heavy two-stage tapering barrel with GRIII monogram in relief, ordnance marks, sights, bored touch hole, threaded cascabel elevation screw, mounted on hinged pivots to sliding oak platform with iron fittings, pinned to oak foundation, the rear with brass track wheel -- 4¼ x 8¼in. (11 x 21cm.)
Estimate: 300-400
69. A WELL CONSTRUCTED AND DETAILED 1:12 SCALE WOOD AND BRASS MODEL OF A CULVERIN OF THE TYPE USED ABOARD SIR FRANCIS DRAKE'S FLAGSHIP REVENGE
modelled by A. Walshaw with barrel after Thomas Owen's original of 1571, cast with Tudor Rose motif and "signed" Thomas Owen-Made This-Pece-Anno-DNI 1571, mounted on a metal fitted oak truck of marine type -- 4 x 11in. (10 x 28cm.)
Estimate: 250-350
70. A DETAILED WOOD AND METAL 1:12 SCALE MODEL OF A TUDOR DEMI-SLING OF THE TYPE USED ABOARD THE MARY ROSE
modelled by A. Walshaw with wrought iron hooped barrel fastened to a fitted long wooden truck with iron strapped wooden wheels and peg and tongue elevation -- 2¾ x 11in. (7 x 28.5cm.)
Estimate: 150-250
71. A LATE 18TH-CENTURY SWEDISH ANTREBILER OR BOARDING AXE
of typical construction, the head with long fore-and-aft langets through riveted to original stepped handle impressed 'è21EÆ', both japanned overall -- 34½in. (87.5cm.) long
Lit: Gilkerson, W: Boarders Away Vol 1, p.31-33.
Estimate: 800-1000
72. AN HISTORICALLY INTERESTING AMERICAN PRESENTATION PORTRAIT CANE FROM CAPTAIN SEMMES OF THE U.S. SHIP ALABAMA TO JOHN LANCASTER, OWNER OF THE S.Y. DEERHOUND, 1864
the tapering wooden twist-barley shaft with white metal cuff engraved Presented to JOHN LANCASTER Esq ./owner of the steam yacht DEERHOUND/as a token of grateful appreciation of the actions of his Captain E.P. Jones in the rescue of officers & men/of the Confederate cruiser "ALABAMA", lost/gallantly in battle with the "KEARSARGE"/off Cherbourg, June 19, 1864/by Captain R. SEMMES, terminating in a portrait bust, probably Semmes, handle -- 37in. (94cm.) high
Models of Alabama and Kearsarge are offered in lots 260 and 261 with a full description of their dramatic encounter. It is also well recorded that the resourceful Captain Semmes of Alabama evaded capture, along with about fifty of his men by the timely assistance of the Deerhound who had no doubt been enjoying the drama played out in the home waters of the English Channel.
Estimate: 1500-2000
73. AN EARLY 20TH-CENTURY ROYAL NAVAL MASTER-AT-ARMS SOLID HALF-BASKET HILTED SWORD
with 31in. etched steel blade stamped 'S.T. LONDON MADE', black wire-bound fish skin grip with stepped pommel, regulation bullion loop and scabbard as appropriate -- 37¾in. (96cm.) overall
Lit: May & Annis: Swords for Sea Service, HMSO, 1971, Sword No. 382 Vol 1, p.48; Vol 2 Plate 45.
Estimate: 200-300
74. A RARE VICTORIAN BROAD BLADE 1856-PATTERN NAVAL DIRK
the 12 x 1¼in. blade finely etched over both sides with VR monogram, wire-bound black fish skin grip with lion's head pommel (restoration, lacking scabbard) -- 17½in. (44.5cm.) overall
Lit: May & Annis: Swords for Sea Service, HMSO, 1970, vol1 p.77. vol 2plt 63.
Estimate: 200-300
75. A 19TH-CENTURY OFFICER'S HALF-BASKET HILTED SWORD FOR THE ROYAL NAVY
with 26¾in. steel blade, white wire-bound fish skin grip, lion's head pommel with full-length mane, hinged thumb guard engraved A.W. Warry (lacks scabbard) -- 32in. (81.5cm.) overall
Estimate: 100-150
76. A REGULATION OFFICER'S CLOAK FOR THE ROYAL NAVY, CIRCA 1920
fine blue wool felt with white silk lining, tailor's label for Gieves Ltd. Inscribed R.C. Gordon, gilt metal fittings comprising lion's mask clasps, securing chain and regulation buttons -- 43in. (109cm.) high
Estimate: 100-150
77. A LARGE QUANTITY OF 19TH-CENTURY ROYAL NAVY UNIFORM REGULATION GILT BRASS BUTTONS
approximately one hundred and fifty comprising about fifty large and one hundred small, supplied from various makers including Firmin & Sons; W. Jackson; Pigott & Sons and Jennens & Co.; together with assorted lengths of mostly regulation gold braid
(A lot)
Provenance: These buttons etc. were cut from the various uniforms worn by Admiral Charles Starmer who entered the Royal Navy in 1818 as a First Class Volunteer. After service around the world, during which he was made Lieutenant in 1837, he fought with distinction in the naval brigade employed in the war with China in 1842 and was made Commander at the end of the same year. After successive promotions, he retired in 1885 with the rank of full Admiral.
Estimate: 80-120
78. A RARE 19TH-CENTURY ROYAL NAVY RATING'S PLAITED STRAW HAT
with tally for H.M.S. Majestic, trimmed around the rim in cloth, the crown with button, remnant lining (old wear) -- 13in. (33cm.) diameter
H.M.S. Majestic was a battleship of nearly 15,000 tons built in 1895. Serving with the Channel Fleet in World War I, she was torpedoed by U-21 on 27th May 1915 sinking in just seven minutes with a total of forty casualties.
Estimate: 100-150
79. H.M.S. TRAFALGAR: MEDITERRANEAN FLEET ANCHORAGES LOG, CIRCA 1897
An interesting log with each of seventy-four mapped anchorages describing modes of approach and departure of the fleet, the maps typically traced in ink on tracing paper and secured opposite text, index, fly leaf inscribed Commander J.S. Clarke, 3 Outram Terrace, Stoke, Devon, 8/11/97, loose notes requesting copies of this log be prepared for general circulation and a further letter from H.M. Consul Beirut regarding the visit of a French Admiral, bound with hard boards covered in sail cloth with pasted labels to front -- 13 x 8in. (33 x 20.2cm.)
Estimate: 300-500
80. A DECORATIVE BRASS CASTING FROM THE FIRST CLASS ARMOURED CRUISER H.M.S. ACHILLES (1905)
from a tompion or badge and depicting the left-facing profile head of a helmeted Achilles mounted on an engine-turned copper plaque set within a circular brown Bakelite frame -- 7¾in. (19.5cm.) diameter
Estimate: 200-300
81. AN UNOFFICIAL BADGE FROM THE BATTLECRUISER H.M.S. INDOMITABLE (1908)
cast in brass and comprising a gothic "I" within a rope-bordered roundel surmounted by the Prince of Wales' feathers flanked by oak leaves -- 9¾in. (25cm.) high
Built by Clydebank and displacing 17,373 tons, the Indomitable was one of three "Invincible" Class battlecruisers. Although later condemned as badly conceived because of the name ship Invincible's destruction at Jutland, at the time they met all their contractual specifications and could cruise at over 25 knots. Indomitable was commissioned in June 1908 and a month later carried the Prince of Wales (later King George V) to Montreal, a fact recognised in the ship's chosen crest.
Estimate: 300-500
82. A PAIR OF EARLY 19TH-CENTURY COURT DRESS EPAULETTES FOR VICE ADMIRAL GOSSELIN
silver lace with bullions secured around a rigid bonnet trimmed in red silk and Morocco, eyelets for coat ties and maker's labels for Moore (late Bicknells & Moore) Old Bond Street., contained within red card box of issue, inscribed underneath Vice Admiral Gosselin / From William McGee/43 Conduit Street -- 10in. (25.5cm.) diameter (box)
Thomas Le Merchant Gosselin (1765-1857) born at St. Peter Port, Guernsey, entered the navy in 1778 and enjoyed an interesting naval career: Captured and released by enemy forces and present at some of the most interesting actions of the period, most notably The Battle of the Saintes, 12 April 1782, the Battle of the Glorious First of June, 1794 and the capture of Surinam in 1799. Marrying in 1809 he had no further career at sea, but became a rear-admiral in 1814, a vice admiral in 1815 and a full admiral in 1841. A similar pair of epaulettes, owned by Sir John Franklin, can be viewed in the collection of the National Maritime Museum, Greenwich.
Estimate: 150-200
83. A CROSS MADE FROM TIMBER RECOVERED FROM H.M.S. WARSPITE (1913)
mounted on a pine plinth with engraved plate inscribed Made from the Jackstaff of/HMS Warspite/Glory to God, a second plate behind inscribed Presented to St. Lawrence's Church by G.E. Barnes Esq 1950 -- 14¾ x 11in. (37.5 x 28cm.)
Estimate: 100-150
84. A REVERSIBLE SILVER SOUVENIR BROOCH FOR H.M.S. FORMIDABLE
the 1in. roundel hinged in 1¾in. diameter frame with securing pin depicting the ship in profile, the reverse with Naval Crown inscribed H.M.S. FORMIDABLE under, Birmingham hallmarks for WMCo 1910, contained within a lignum vitæ box with lens to centre of threaded lid with retailer's label inscribed T.H.E. WELHAM MLG CO. MEDALLISTS 8 & 9 GREAT CHAPEL STREET LONDON W -- 2in. (5cm.) diameter
Formidable was a 15,000 ton battleship launched at Portsmouth in 1898. She met her end early in the Great War when, on 1st January 1915, she formed part of the 5th Battle Squadron under command of Vice Admiral Sir Lewis Bayley, C-in-C, Channel Fleet. Whilst steaming in line at a stately 10 knots off Start Point, Formidable, who was bringing up the rear, was torpedoed twice by U-24. Despite frantic efforts to save men in the water, of a complement of 780, 512 men were lost. Bayley was much criticised for his "want of prudence" and relieved of command. Despite his efforts, he was never able to re-open the enquiry and clear his name.
Estimate: 300-400
85. THE NAMEBOARD FROM THE ROYAL NAVY DESTROYER MATAPAN (1945)
nickel-plated brass lettering secured to a teak board -- 12 x 60in. (30.5 x 152.5cm.)
HMS Matapan was a John Brown-built Destroyer of 1945, sold from service to Vickers for breaking 1979.
Estimate: 400-600
86. A RARE PAIR OF BRASS BULKHEAD ELECTRIC LAMPS FROM THE ROYAL YACHT VICTORIA & ALBERT II (1899)
with recessed bulkhead support fronted with a scallop pierced by the tail of a stylised dolphin, the mouth supporting bulb fitting and cut glass cover (later) -- 14in. (35.5cm.) including shade
Gavin, C.M.: Royal Yachts, Rich & Cowan Ltd. Photographic Appendices image of Officer's Wardroom where lamps are viewed insitu.
Estimate: 1200-1500
87. A PLATED HALF PINT TANKARD FROM THE OFFICERS' WARDROOM OF THE ROYAL YACHT VICTORIA & ALBERT III
of bulbous form, the front engraved Royal Yacht within a garter, further stamped 'ER 6 ½ PINT', the base with retailer's marks for Barker Bros. -- 4in. (10cm.) high
Estimate: 100-150
88. A RARE SERVING PLATTER FROM THE ROYAL YACHT PRINCE REGENT, CIRCA 1820
with transfer print rim and central devise for the Prince of Wales, pie crust border with cobalt blue edge trimmed in gilt, the reverse signed Sharpus & Co., Cockspur St. LONDON (1in. chip at '4' restored) -- 11in. (28cm.) diameter
When George, Prince of Wales, was declared Regent on 5th February, 1811, his appointment was followed by the building of two Royal Yachts: The Royal George (1817) and the Prince Regent of 282 tons, completed in 1815. She was given as a present to the Imam of Muscat in 1836.
Estimate: 800-1200
89. A RARE ROCK CRYSTAL CRAVAT PIN COMMEMORATING H.M.S. DISCOVERY (1901)
including a painted miniature of Discovery in ice entitled H.M.S. Discovery behind a bull's-eye of rock crystal, mounted on a yellow metal setting with pin -- 3in. (7.5cm.) high overall
Estimate: 800-1200
90. AFTER THOMAS WHITCOMBE
Capture of La Nerride, Dec 21st, 1797
Coloured mezzotint by Sutherland, published by Jenkins May 1st, 1816
8 x 10½in. (20 x 27cm.) Framed; together with a modern reproduction in the manner of the Roux brothers entitled Fregate des Etats-Unis d'Amerique, courant au mouillage -- 13 x 17in. (33 x 43cm.) Framed (2)
Estimate: 150-200
95. A VERY RARE SECOND CLASS DINING SALOON CHAIR FROM R.M.S. OLYMPIC, CIRCA 1910
with carved and moulded mahogany back and arms, removable circular tapestry-covered seat, bolted to cast iron tripod base retaining deck support bolt hole -- 34 x 22in. (86.5 x 56cm.)
Identical to those used aboard her infamous sister Titanic, surprisingly few of these chairs survive from Olympic's breaking, the other known example being composite. This example was originally acquired at the break up sale held by Thomas Ward in 1935.
Estimate: 4000-6000
96. A SHERATON REVIVAL 1ST CLASS RESTAURANT CHAIR FROM THE WHITE STAR LINER MAJESTIC (EX-BISMARCK), CIRCA 1914
carved and moulded with satinwood stringing, plush sprung covered seat, fluted legs with cross stretchers and deck securing point -- 35½ x 22½in. (90 x 57cm.)
Built by Blohm & Voss for the Hamburg-America Line, Bismarck (sister of the Imperator) was incomplete when War erupted in 1914. Handed over to White Star in 1918, she was completed by them and entered service as their largest vessel, registering 56,551 tons and enjoyed a service speed of 23 knots. With the merger/takeover by Cunard in 1934, she was sold to the Navy and renamed Caledonia to serve as a training ship. Gutted by fire in 1939, she sank at her moorings, finally re-floated for breaking at Inverkeithing in 1943.
Estimate: 800-1200
97. A RARE WHITE METAL AND ENAMEL SOUVENIR BROOCH FOR THE WHITE STAR LINE R.M.S. GERMANIC OR BRITANNIC (I), CIRCA 1874
depicted sailing in a calm sea, mounted on a circle with decorated border and securing pin -- 1½in. (4cm.) diameter
Estimate: 200-300
98. A RARE WHITE METAL AND ENAMEL SOUVENIR BROOCH FOR THE S.S. CITY OF MONTREAL, CIRCA 1871
depicting the vessel steaming in a heavy sea with some sails set, mounted on an oblong with securing pin, the reverse engraved S.S. City of Montreal -- 1½in. (4cm.) wide
Built by Tod & McGregor of Glasgow for the Inman Line, City of Montreal was an iron hulled clipper-bowed steamship registering 4,451 gross tons and designed for the trans Atlantic crossing between Liverpool and New York. Accommodation for 60-1st, 60-2nd and 1,200-3rd Class Passengers was provided and she could make a respectable 12 knots. In 1877 she was refitted and thereafter carried two funnels; however on the 10th August 1887 she was overwhelmed by fire at sea with all hands saved by the Furness Lines liner York City.
Estimate: 300-400
99. A RARE WHITE METAL AND ENAMEL SOUVENIR BROOCH FOR THE S.S. CITY OF ROME, CIRCA 1881
depicting the ship steaming in a brisk sea inscribed "City of Rome", mounted on an oblong with securing pin and further engraved on the reverse TO PEGGY FROM GRANDMA 1917 -- 1½in. (4cm.) wide
Built by the Barrow Shipbuilding Co. originally for the Inman Line, City of Rome registered 8,415 gross tons and could accommodate 271-1st, 250-2nd and 810-steerage class passengers. With her elegant clipper bow and four masts, she was called the world's most beautiful liner. After five voyages with Inman, she transferred to the Anchor Line in 1882 on the same trans Atlantic run between Liverpool and New York. In 1898 she repatriated 1,690 Spanish troops from Portsmouth, USA to Santander after the Spanish-American War. She was scrapped in Germany in 1902.
Estimate: 300-400
100. R.M.S. OCEANIC: A PHOTO-ETCHED COPPER PRINTER'S BLOCK OF HER LAUNCH, CIRCA 1899
together with three other blocks depicting the Mauretania at sea (1907); R.M.S. Etruria (1885) and an Isle of Man paddle packet (1890's)
7 1/2 x 4 1/2in. (19 x 11.5cm.)
(4)
Estimate: 100-150
101. A RARE TITANIC SURVIVORS FUND MEDALLION
in aluminium with finely realised profile of the ship within an inscription from the Ballam and Tooting Relief Fund, the reverse with inscription dedicating it to the Active Workers..of the fund -- 1¾in. (4.5cm.) diameter
Although many local relief funds were formed to raise money for the survivors and their dependants of the disaster, very few issued a medal. The example offered is in near mint condition.
Estimate: 300-400
102. A RARE SOUVENIR TABLE BELL FROM R.M.S. OLYMPIC, CIRCA 1911
in plated metal with enamelled helm inscribed R.M.S. OLYMPIC on rim with crossed U.S. and White Star flags within -- 3½in. (9cm.) high
Estimate: 400-600
103. A FINE WHITE STAR LINE FIRST CLASS SILVER PLATE SERVING DISH
with raised scallop decoration and pendants, reverse maker's marks for Elkington Plate and date letter 'Z' (1911) -- 16in. (40.5cm.) diameter
Estimate: 400-600
104. A TABLE BURNER FROM R.M.S. QUEEN MARY, CIRCA 1936
impressed on the base with maker's marks for Elkington Plate, Cunard White Star device, and date letter 'Z' (1936) -- 7½in. (19cm.) high
The Queen Mary was launched and made her maiden voyage in 1936.
Estimate: 400-600
105. A NICKEL-PLATED ART DECO FIRST CLASS STATEROOM BULKHEAD SLAVE CLOCK FROM R.M.S. QUEEN MARY, CIRCA 1936
the 4¾in. diameter dial with Arabic numerals, black hands to modern battery-operated quartz movement -- 5⅞?in. (14.8cm.) square; together with original electric slave movement signed Mercer (2)
Estimate: 300-500
106. AN ELKINGTON PLATE CRUET SET FROM R.M.S. QUEEN MARY, CIRCA 1936
impressed underside with maker's marks, Cunard White Star device, date letter 'Z' (1936), complete with glass mustard and salt liners -- 3in. (7.5cm.) high
Estimate: 200-300
107. A LETTER RACK BY WARING & GILLOWS FOR AN "M" DECK SUITE FROM R.M.S. QUEEN MARY
constructed in fruitwood with an ebonised pen tray, faintly marked in pencil underside 'D 12' -- 12¾in. (32.5cm.) wide; together with a few sheets of Queen Mary stationery and a propelling pencil
Estimate: 150-250
108. AN HISTORICALLY INTERESTING ORGANISATION PLAN FOR R.M.S. QUEEN MARY, JOHN BROWN, CIRCA 1936
Detailed photographic reductions appended in red ink and combining vessel profile and deck plans throughout, probably concerning air conditioning as originally conceived, printed on linen -- 60 x 39in. (152.5 x 99cm.)
Estimate: 400-600
109. NORMAN WILKINSON: A CANADIAN PACIFIC LINE AGENTS PRINT OF RMS EMPRESS OF CANADA
depicted at anchor at an eastern port and inscribed Norman Wilkinson (lower right) -- 24 ½ x 38 3/4in. (62 x 96.5cm) Framed
Estimate: 300-500
110. LLOYD, W.W.: 'P & O PENCILLINGS'
London, 1891, twenty-three chromolithographic plates backed with illustrations by the author, bound in original decorated green hard cloth covers (front, end papers and route map replaced) -- 10¾ x 15in. (27.5 x 38cm.)
Estimate: 250-350
111. A SOUVENIR TRINKET BOX FROM THE S.S. OPHIR
the oak box with worked silver mount to lid with Birmingham hallmarks for 1906-7, set with a porcelain picture plaque of the ship -- 1½ x 3¼in. (4 x 8.3cm.)
Estimate: 150-200
112. AN EARLY P & O LINE "CALEDONIAN" PATTERN CARVER
with "sunburst" trademark to centre, the reverse with impressed maker's marks for Ridgeway, Morley & Wear Co., pattern transfer and design registration diamond mark for 1846 -- 19in. (48.2cm.) diameter
Estimate: 400-600
113. R.M.S. MAURETANIA: A SET OF SIX KOSHER SOUP DISHES, CIRCA 1910-20
with decorated gilt rims, inscribed in Hebrew to centre, the reverse with maker's marks for Booths Ltd and Cunard emblem -- 9¼in. (23.5cm.) diameter
Literature: Laister, P: A guide to British Shipping Company China of the 19th & 20th Centuries, Vol 1, page 47-8.
Estimate: 150-200
114. A BLUE AND WHITE CARVER FROM THE S.S. YACHT BRITANNIA
with central crest depicting a lion holding a sheath of corn within a garter inscribed S.S. Yacht Britannia, rope border, the reverse impressed with maker's mark for Jas Edwards & Sons, Dalehall and suppliers transfer for Stonier & Co.
15¾in. (40cm.) diameter
Estimate: 100-150
115. A RARE MEAT PLATTER FOR THE NATIONAL STEAMSHIP COMPANY LIMITED, CIRCA 1870
with Patriotic border of roses, thistles and shamrocks, company insignia at centre, the reverse with maker's marks for T. Furnival & Sons of Corbridge and impressed '14' -- 15 1/4in. (38.7cm.) wide
Literature: Laister, P: A guide to British Shipping Company China of the 19th & 20th Centuries, Vol 1, page 74.
Estimate: 300-500
116. A FINE PAIR OF 19TH CENTURY AMERICAN SAILOR SCRIMSHAW-DECORATED MASONIC WHALES' TEETH
incised overall with temple interiors and symbols including a foul anchor, and the American Eagle over a banner inscribed LIBERTY, approximately 5in. high
Estimate: 1500-2000
117. A 19TH-CENTURY SAILOR'S SCRIMSHAW-DECORATED WHALE'S TOOTH
incised over both sides and depicting a pretty lady playing the guitar, the reverse with a Jack Tar looking coyly in her direction -- 4½in. (11.5cm.) high; together with another depicting a lady in costume (both with chipped tips) -- 5in. (13cm.) high
Estimate: 400-600
118. A MID 19TH-CENTURY AMERICAN SAILORWORK SCRIMSHAW-DECORATED WHALE'S TOOTH
incised over both sides with a whaler and half-length picture of a fashionable lady, highlighted in red and green ink
5in. (12.5cm.) high; 203g
Estimate: 500-800
119. A SCRIMSHAW-DECORATED WHALE'S TOOTH
incised on one side with an elegant couple, a whaler entitled Catalia, a house entitled Captain Hudsons House and a whale labelled Sperm Whale -- 5½in. (14cm.)
Estimate: 200-300
120. A FINE PAIR OF 19TH-CENTURY SAILOR SCRIMSHAW-DECORATED WALRUS TUSKS
pricked out on one side with depictions of Victoria and Albert, elegant ladies and other characters, some areas tinted in red ink and lamp black, the reverse drilled for brass suspension rings -- 20in. (51cm.) high
Estimate: 2000-3000
121. A 19TH-CENTURY TURNED WHALEBONE SWAGGER STICK
the fluted and twist-barley sectioned shaft with knotted grip -- 28¼in. (72cm.) high
Estimate: 300-500
122. A 19TH-CENTURY TURNED WHALEBONE AND MARINE IVORY NOVELTY WALKING STICK
the plain tapering shaft with baleen inserts under hammer-headed handle -- 36½in. (93cm.) high
Estimate: 500-800
123. A GOOD 19TH-CENTURY SHARK VERTEBRÆ WALKING STICK
with baleen tip, inserts and handle -- 32in. (81.5cm.) long
Estimate: 150-200
124. A GOOD 19TH-CENTURY SAILOR-WORK MAHOGANY AND BONE SWIFT OR YARN WINDER
with turned wooden bowl to top, threaded brass securing cuff, bone and mother-of-pearl inlaid table clamp with brass thumb-screw under -- 29in. (73.5cm.) high, excluding screw; contained within original red wool cloth lined wooden case with hinged lid and securing hooks -- 30½in. (77.5cm.) diameter
Estimate: 500-700
125. AN UNUSUAL 19TH-CENTURY WHALE'S VERTEBRÆ TOPPED STOOL
constructed in teak -- 24in. (61cm.) high
Estimate: 700-900
126. A 19TH-CENTURY SAILOR'S PORTABLE WOODEN GAMES BOX
comprising reversed chess and backgammon boards inlaid with rose, ebony and fruitwoods, each square pierced with a hole to receive an appropriate counter or piece, hinged at centre forming box containing complete sets of rosewood and fruitwood chess and backgammon pieces with securing pegs
21¼ x 18in. (54 x 46cm.) open
Estimate: 600-800
127. A 19TH-CENTURY CARVED AND SCRIMSHAW-WORKED POWDER HORN
incised around the plugged base Lion AD 1867 R.N. the body carved in relief with symbols including a lion, centaur and a mermaid -- 14in. (35.5cm.) high
H.M.S. Lion was a 2nd Rate 80-gun ship of the 'Vanguard' Class of 1847, converted to a screw battleship in 1859, she sold from service 1905.
Estimate: 800-1000
128. A 19TH-CENTURY SCRIMSHAW-DECORATED HORN BEAKER
incised overall and depicting a British whaler in profile and a bottle with HENRY engraved over, highlighted in red ink, with a baleen base
4¾in. (12cm.) high
Estimate: 150-250
129. A 19TH-CENTURY POWDER HORN
inscribed BOSTON / THOMAS RANDALL / HIS HORN FEB 7 1817, with wooden plug and stopper
10in. (25.5cm.) long
Estimate: 300-500
130. A 19th CENTURY SAILOR'S WOOLWORK PICTURE
depicting a Minotaur class warship within a swag of national emblems on a purple ground -- 15 x 18in. (38 x 46cm.)
Estimate: 300-500
131. A 19TH-CENTURY SAILOR'S WOOLWORK PICTURE
depicting a merchant ship flying the red ensign in full sail off a headland with a castle and lighthouse in the foreground
10 x 14in. (25.5 x 36cm.) Framed and glazed
Estimate: 200-300
132. A FINE MID 19TH-CENTURY SAILOR'S WOOLWORK PICTURE OF THE S. LUSCOMBE
depicted in full sail off a headland with a volcano erupting to the right, entitled S. LUSCOMBE 1853
19 x 27in. (48 x 68.5cm.) Framed and glazed
Estimate: 400-600
133. A 19TH-CENTURY SAILOR'S WOOLWORK PICTURE
depicting a three-masted warship in full sail on calm sea -- 17½x 19½in. (44.5 x 49.5cm.)
Estimate: 300-500
134. A FINE EARLY 19TH-CENTURY NAPOLEONIC FRENCH PRISONER-OF-WAR STRAW WORK PICTURE
possibly depicting Portsmouth Prison Camp, with figures walking before an armoured walkway to a block house, a warship sailing beyond an obelisk, tinted in different coloured inks (now faded) -- 13¼ x 18½in. (33.5 x 47cm.) in (probably original) frame
Estimate: 700-900
135. AN UNUSUAL EARLY 19TH-CENTURY SAILOR'S CARVED RELIEF WOODEN PICTURE OF A BRITISH THREE-MASTED MAN O'WAR
the hull with main and secondary wales, guns, quarter galleries, stepped masts with fighting tops and sails with reefing points and rigging -- 16 x 29in. (40.5 x 73.5cm.) Framed
The remnants of chain plates and receiving holes in the fighting tops suggest that this model was once rigged, the sails have also traces of white paint which would have given the picture a near 3-D quality.
Estimate: 800-1200
136. A SAILORWORK PICTURE OF SUBMARINE 'L.5'
oil on linen laid on board of submarine L.5 viewed from above with caption reading H.M. Submarine "L5" photographed from the air, 1918 -- 18 x 23½in. (46 x 59.5cm.) framed
Built at Swann Hunter and completed 26th January 1918, L.5 survived until sold for breakup at Charlestown on 29th October, 1930.
Estimate: 150-250
137. A SAILOR'S PROFILE WATERLINE MODEL OF THE INFAMOUS GERMAN SUBMARINE U-20
modelled in brushed aluminium and set on a carved and painted seascape with sky and cloud background within a wooden frame -- 14 x 21½in. (35.5 x 54.5cm.) (inc. Frame); together with a brass engineer's waterline model of a 'Thames' Class submarine (1931-3), mounted on an ebonised base -- 11½in. (29cm.) long. (2)
U-20 achieved notoriety in WWI for the sinking of the Cunard Line's Lusitania, the consequences of which encouraged the USA to end their "Imperial Isolation" and enter the War on the allied side.
Estimate: 150-250
140. A 19TH CENTURY SILK PICTURE BY THOMAS WILLIS
depicting a finely worked silk two-masted schooner sailing on a painted background in company with a steam ship
14 x 24in (35.5 x 61cm) Framed and glazed
Estimate: 500-800
141. J. BEN (19th CENTURY)
two late 19th-Century pier head pictures on opaque glass depicting the W.Hohnston & Co's S.S. Quernmore (1898); and the Chesapeake & Ohio S.S. Co Ltd's S.S. Kanawha (1893), each shown steaming with appropriate flags flying, within a life ring with company ensigns over, signed in the sea, lower right -- 12 x 10in. (30.5 x 25.5cm.) later frames (2)
Estimate: 150-200
142. A FINELY CARVED MID 19TH-CENTURY MAHOGANY TILLER
carved from a single piece with fluted body, terminating in a beagle hound's head -- 70in. (178cm.) long
Estimate: 2000-3000
143. A LARGE AND FINELY CARVED OAK CONTINENTAL WOODWORKER'S PLANE
the top decorated with a stylised dolphin front handle and decorated back handle (old wear, evidence of old worm) -- 49in. (124.5cm.)
Possibly carved by a shipwright, a very similar plane from the Tiroler Volkskunstsmuseum at Innsbruck and described as 17th century is illustrated in W.L. Goodman: The History of Woodworking Tools, Bell, London, 1964, p.59.
Estimate: 800-1200
144. A RARE LYNSTOCK
the turned tapering shaft inscribed IHS 1763 flanking a heart motif, hooped grip with suspension loop, carved 'snarling' dog's head with muzzle bored at an angle to receive a taper (areas of scorching) -- 18in. (46cm.) long
This method of igniting cannon rapidly lost favour with introduction of safer flintlock mechanisms and "portfire" pistols which did not require an exposed taper and which could be operated at a safe distance by a length of string. The heart motif is suggestive of an East India Co. association.
Estimate: 500-800
145. A 19TH-CENTURY FIGUREHEAD IN SALVAGED CONDITION
depicting a young lady with flowing hair, skirts and coat, terminating in a scroll flourish, some vestigial blue paint to coat (much of the left side missing) -- 44in. (112cm.) high
Estimate: 700-900
146. A RARE EARLY 18TH-CENTURY CARVED OAK TOBACCO TRADE SIGN
modelled as a seated chieftain wearing a skirt of tobacco leaves, necklace, and a trophy of flora and fauna on his head, the reverse carved out to accommodate a pole, iron securing hasp -- 15in. (38cm.) high
Estimate: 500-800
147. A 19TH-CENTURY BERMUDAN SHELLWORK VALENTINE
of typical geometric design on a red paper ground, contained within an octagonal glazed case (restored) -- 13¾in. (35cm.) diameter
Estimate: 1200-1800
148. A 19TH-CENTURY BERMUDAN SHELLWORK VALENTINE
of typical geometric design on a green paper ground, contained within an octagonal glazed case (restored) -- 14in. (35.5cm.) diameter
Estimate: 1200-1800
149. A FINE 19TH-CENTURY PAIR OF BERMUDAN SHELLWORK VALENTINES
the left inscribed FORGET ME NOT the right with a heart and rose motif, hinged, suspension loops and securing hook, the exterior finished in black, each -- 9in. (23cm.) diameter (2)
Estimate: 1500-2000
150. A 19TH-CENTURY BERMUDAN SHELLWORK VALENTINE HINGED PAIR
the right hand panel inscribed REMEMBER ME, the left with heart motif (missing glass, loose/missing shells, one side panel missing, overall wear), each -- 9in. (23cm.) diameter
Estimate: 300-500
151. A WILLIAM IV ROSEWOOD TEAPOY WITH BERMUDAN-STYLE SHELLWORK INTERIOR
with hinged, lockable glass lid to shells arranged in typical geometric design, baluster support to quatrefoil base with scrolled feet on castors -- 29 x 20in. (74 x 51cm.)
Estimate: 800-1200
152. A 19TH-CENTURY POLISHED COCO-DE-MER
Complete and retaining kernel -- 11½in. (29cm.) high
Estimate: 500-800
153. AN 18TH-CENTURY FLINTLOCK BLUNDERBUSS
with tapering two-stage steel barrel, lock (unsigned), wooden stock with brass butt plate, trigger guard, strap loops and ram rod (replaced) -- 32in. (81.5cm.) long overall
Estimate: 400-600
154. A 19TH-CENTURY SAILOR'S CHEST
constructed in pine and of typical form, complete with inset tray with sliding lids accessing compartments and main body, a painted ship inside lid and original rope handles -- 17 x 38 x 19in. (43 x 96.5 x 48cm.)
Estimate: 400-500
155. AN EARLY 19TH-CENTURY FRUITWOOD AND EBONY SNUFF BOX MODELLED AS A CUTTER
the sliding and locking deck with tortoise shell hatch covers and mother-of-pearl inlay between gunports, mounted on inlaid ebony stand (later) -- 2½ x 4in. (6.5 x 10cm.)
Estimate: 500-800
156. A 19TH-CENTURY NOVELTY FRUITWOOD SNUFFBOX
carved in the form of a ram-bowed warship with sliding lock lid inscribed 'A.P.' -- 4½in. (11.5cm.) diameter
Estimate: 300-500
157. AN EARLY 19TH NAPOLEONIC PRISONER-OF-WAR BONE SNUFF BOX
the lid incised with a laurel leaf shaped "plaque" (name rubbed/removed), the box with ropework edges, copper hinges and pins -- 3¼in. (8.2cm.) diameter
A similar example is included in the Peterborough Museum collection of Norman Cross artefacts.
Estimate: 100-150
158. A 19TH-CENTURY BRASS TILLER YOKE
in the form of two entwined serpents, their heads containing lanyard spools, mounted on a mahogany display board for wall hanging -- 7 x 24in. (18 x 61cm.)
Estimate: 300-500
159. A VICTORIAN YACHT'S FIGUREHEAD, CIRCA 1870's
finely carved by Shon Edwards in the form of a half-length Classical, or possibly Oriental maiden in flowing robes with fern leaves to front, removable outstretched arm, flowing hair with crown, terminating in a scrollwork flourish, sympathetically returned to original colour scheme -- 39in. (99cm.) high
Whilst it has been possible to identify the carver of this figurehead with some degree of certainty, the vessel's name has thus far remained obscure. Edwards worked between 1860 and 1880 from Portmadoc, Wales and was celebrated enough in his time to undertake commissions which were dispatched to the yards from there. This example holds a close resemblance in style and quality to another in the collection of the Royal Yacht Squadron from the yacht Mirage, a 196 ton schooner by Berthon Yacht Builders of Lymington. This company built some of the finest yachts of the day from about 1840 and enjoyed an elite client list with many aristocrats and royal families. It is very rare to find examples of this type retaining their original arm. These were designed to be removed when the yacht was in use, and returned when back at anchor, thus saving endless and expensive repair work.
Estimate: 12000-15000
160. A PAIR OF GIMBALLED BRASS BULKHEAD OIL LAMPS
converted to electricity, with decorative dolphin bulkhead securing brackets -- 7½in. (19cm.) high (2)
Estimate: 200-400
161. A PAIR OF GIMBALLED CANDLE SCONCES
constructed in pierced sheet brass with swivelling gimbals with brass ball weights, the bases with handles and sockets for bulkhead attachment -- 8¼in. (21cm.) high
Estimate: 100-150
162. A BRASS SHIP'S BELL
un-named - 8in. (20cm.) diameter; together with a meeting bell on wooden stand with rest for striker -- 12¾ x 12in. (32.5 x 30.5cm.) (2)
Estimate: 150-250
163. A BRASS PLUNGE-PATTERN FOG HORN BY DAVEY & CO.
with maker's plate to top and bulkhead securing lugs behind -- 27in. (68.5cm.) high overall
Estimate: 80-120
164. A SWORDFISH BEAK
43½in. (110.5cm.) high
Estimate: 100-150
165. A RARE DOLPHIN BINNACLE
cast in brass in the form of three stylised dolphins, their tails supporting a compass binnacle with burners and a dry card Dent compass in gimbals, secured to a circular mahogany base (period components added) -- 42in. (107cm.) high
The stand is believed to have been recovered from the wreck of the S.S. Svava, a Swedish built transport of 1,216 tons built 1904 which sank in March 1944 after a collision off Blythe with the Fort Beausejour whilst carrying a cargo of coal.
Estimate: 1000-1500
166. AN HISTORICALLY INTERESTING CLOCK HOUSING AND ANEROID BAROMETER SET FROM THE FAMOUS TEA CLIPPER ARIEL, 1865
with 5¾in dial plate signed J. Muirhead & Sons Glasgow, bevelled glass access; the 4in. aneroid barometer signed Negretti & Zambra set above, both mounted on a nickel-plated anchor engraved on the flukes ARIEL 1865 and further stamped on the verso 'BM/ESNT' -- 17¾in. (45cm.) high; together with typed provenance signed Jas C. Thomas
Provenance: The signed provenance accompanying this lot reads: According to a dilapidated label attached to the clock when found (1930) it had been "Left at... Cairns, New York, for repairs when (and?) the "Ariel" sailed for Sydney and was lost at sea. Restored (Retuned?) to the owner, June 1873.
The Ariel was a composite iron and wood built clipper of 853 tons and of a type only made for thirty years or so. Built by Robert Steele & Co. of Greenock, she cost the enormous sum of £15,350 to build, but lived up to her expectations when she sailed from Foochow to London in 97 days. She was lost on a voyage from London to Sydney in 1872, the clock repairers presumably not bothering to complete work they would not be paid for returned an empty case to the owner, now a rare souvenir of one of the great tea clippers of the golden age.
Estimate: 400-600
167. AN UNUSED DIVER'S TORCH BY SIEBE, GORMAN & Co. Ltd.
impressed with maker's marks and address for Cwmbran, Gwent, finished in chrome, leather wrist strap -- 11¼in. (28.5cm.) high
Estimate: 80-120
168. A DIVER'S KNIFE BY SIEBE/HEINKE
apparently unused; together with an Admiralty Pattern diver's torch by Siebe Gorman & Co. Ltd, numbered 'AP 4456', with leather strap attached -- 11¼in. (28.5cm.) high
Estimate: 100-150
168A. 'A RELIC OF THE ROYAL GEORGE',
Published by S. Horsey, 1844, seventh edition, bound in wood from the wreck; together with editions by John Miller (1840) and Henry Slight (1841) also bound in the ship's timber; together with Wooden Books of the Royal George and Mary Rose, published by William Braithwaite, 2004, containing a complete survey of all known editions for this genre of relic.
(4)
Estimate: 200-400
169. 'A PLAN OF MILFORD HAVEN IN PEMBROKE SHIRE',
published by Laurie & Whittle, London, 1794, engraving tinted in watercolour and referencing intended fortifications -- 20 x 27in. (51 x 68.5cm.) Framed; together with three early 19th-century engraved maps comprising: A plan of the harbours of Fasana and Pola in Istria, London, 1826 -- 17½ 23in. (44.5 x 58.5cm.); The Skerki Channel surveyed by Commander E. Belcher HMS Ætna, London, 1833 -- 18 x 24½in. (46 x 62cm.); and a Plan of the Laloyeri Rocks... Captain Beaufort R.N. 1812, London, 1819 -- 8 x 10in. (20 x 25.5cm.) (4)
Estimate: 400-600
170. 'THE "TRITONIA" PATENT DEEP SEA DIVING DRESS..'
A twenty-eight page illustrated promotional brochure, the green paper cover and fly with manuscript corrections to the address reading Tritonia Limited 94 Hope St. Glasgow -- 8½ x 5½in. (22 x 14cm.)
Estimate: 100-150
171. R.H. DAVIS: 'DEEP DIVING AND SUBMARINE OPERATIONS',
Saint Catherine Press, London, 1935, autograph fly leaf inscribed To Dr. Leonard A. [?Ws..] With Robert H Davis's Kindest Regards, errata, pullout frontispiece and end chart, bound with original green cloth boards -- 10 x 7¼in. (25.5 x 18.5cm.)
Estimate: 150-250
172. DIXON KEMP: 'A MANUAL OF YACHT & BOAT SAILING'
Horace Cox, London, seventh edition 1891, 101 plates including pullouts, 394 additional figures, 750 pages including index, original blue cloth boards (1in. tear to top of spine) -- 10¾ x 7in. (27.5 x 18cm.)
Estimate: 100-150
173. 'ADMIRAL TOGO A MEMOIR',
compiled by Dr. Koya Nakamura for the The Togo Gensui Publishing Society,Tokyo, 1934, decorated marbled boards, dust jacket, good overall condition, rare -- 12 1/4 x 9 1/2in. (31 x 24cm.)
Estimate: 150-250
174. AN 18TH-CENTURY CHART OF THE BERING STRAIT
engraved by T. Harmer and including Cook's explorations, entitled CHART / of the / NW Coast of AMERICA and NE Coast of ASIA / explored in the Years / 1778 & 1779 / The unshaded parts of the Coast of ASIA are taken from an MS Chart received from the Rufsians
16 x 27in. (40.5 x 68.5cm.) Framed and glazed
Estimate: 200-300
175. RICHARD WALTER: 'A VOYAGE ROUND THE WORLD IN THE YEARS MDCCXL,I,II,III,IV BY GEORGE ANSON, ESQ..'
John and Paul Knapton, London, 1748, third edition, 547 pages complete with three fold-out charts (Pacific Ocean damaged), original full calf binding with tooled spine -- 8 x 5in. (20.3 x 12.5cm.)
Estimate: 200-300
176. AUSTEN, H.C.M.: 'SEA FIGHTS AND CORSAIRS OF THE INDIAN OCEAN, BEING THE NAVAL HISTORY OF MAURITIUS FROM 1715 TO 1810',
R.W. Brooks, Government Printer, Port Louis, Mauritius, second impression, 1935, thirty-five illustrations and maps, blue cloth boards, good condition throughout, rare
Estimate: 150-240
177. SIR W. LAIRD CLOWES: 'THE ROYAL NAVY, A HISTORY FROM THE EARLIEST TIMES TO PRESENT',
London, 1901, volumes I-VII inclusive (complete), original decorated blue cloth boards (good overall condition, some spotting on title pages) -- 10½ x 8in. (27 x 20cm.)
Estimate: 400-600
178. AN ARCHIVE OF MATERIAL MAINLY PERTAINING TO BLUEBIRD PROJECTS
comprising photographic Christmas cards from Sir Malcolm Campbell for 1930 and 1934, approximately thirty-five black and white photographs of Sir Malcolm, Donald and associates at land and water attempts and socially, a file of memoranda, minutes and bills from the mid-1950's, some annotated with notes and equations, three autograph letters and one testimonial for Philip Villa signed by Donald Campbell, a 1963 'World Challenge' brochure autographed by many of the crew on both covers and throughout by department (approximately seventy), a quantity of press cuttings and other items. (A lot)
Estimate: 500-800
180. A LATE 19TH-CENTURY MARINE PARALLEL ROLLING BOXWOOD RULE BY W.H. HARLING
with lacquered brass fittings, impressed signature W.H. Harling 47 Finsbury Pavement and owner's name H.V. Barham, contained within a fitted teak box with dividers and deviation table; together with two cased sets of drawing instruments in rosewood and mahogany cases with plush-fitted interiors and apparently complete complements, some stamped for Stanley (3)
Estimate: 200-400
181. A GEORGIAN BRASS NAVIGATOR'S GUNTER-SCALE RULE
finely incised over both sides and contained within a mahogany case with sliding lid -- 22½in. (57cm.) diameter
Gunter's scale or Gunter's rule, generally called the "Gunter" by seamen, is a plane scale, engraved on one side with the natural lines (as the line of chords, the line of sines, tangents, rhumbs, etc.), and on the other side the corresponding artificial or logarithmic ones. By means of this instrument questions in navigation, trigonometry etc., are solved with the aid of a pair of compasses.
Estimate: 200-300
182. AN EARLY 19TH-CENTURY DRAWING SET
complete with a set of box wood rules and polished brass compasses, protractor, etc., contained within original fitted shagreen case with hinged lid and securing catch -- 7in. (18cm.) high
Estimate: 300-500
183. A LACQUERED BRASS PARALLEL RULE
heavily constructed with threaded grips and contained within a fitted mahogany box (little sign of wear) -- 21¾in. (55.5cm.) diameter
Estimate: 100-150
184. A FINE LACQUERED BRASS SUNDIAL BY HENRY SHUTTLEWORTH, LONDON, CIRCA 1770
engraved to a latitude of 55° (Newcastle or Londonderry) with finely worked sixteen-point compass rose, outer minute scale, perspective radiused Roman hour numerals recording IIIIam to VIIIpm each separated by a decorative Fleur-de-Lys motif, signed at South Shuttleworth London, gnomen, three threaded pad feet, (retaining much original lacquered finish and black-waxed filling) -- 10in (25.5cm.) high
Lit: Turner, A: Early Scientific Instruments Europe 1400-1800, Sotheby's 1987, p.176, this dial illustrated fig. 182
Henry Raines Shuttleworth (w,1760-1797) was apprenticed to the famous London Maker John Cuff in 1746. Made a Freeman of the Spectacle Makers Company 1756 he subsequently established his own Mathematical Shop near the West end of St. Paul`s in Ludgate Street. Succeeded by his son, (also Henry, apprenticed to his father 1778) in Ludgate Street 1797-1811. His signature denotes some of the finest London mathematical instruments of the Period.
Estimate: 2000-3000
185. A MID-19TH-CENTURY LACQUERED BRASS PANTOGRAPH BY JOSEPH CASARTELLI
engraved on one arm J. Casartelli 43 Market Street, Manchester, complete in mahogany case with maker's label in lid -- 35¼in. (89.5cm.) wide
Estimate: 400-600
186. A LATE 18TH-CENTURY 1¼IN. THREE-DRAW MAHOGANY AND BRASS TELESCOPE BY RAMSDEN
with shade and dust slides, signed by the tapering eye-piece Ramsden LONDON
39/12in. (99/30.5cm.) open/closed
Estimate: 250-350
187. AN EARLY 19TH-CENTURY 1½IN. SINGLE DRAW MAHOGANY AND BRASS TELESCOPE BY J. & T. HEMSLEY
with fixed objective lens shade and tapering eye piece with dust slide, signed J T Hemsley / London / Day or Night
38/23in. (96.5/58.5cm.) open/closed
The brothers Joseph & Thomas Hemsley worked from two addresses in Tower Hill for only two years between 1826 and 1828.
Estimate: 100-150
188. AN EARLY 19TH-CENTURY 1½IN. SINGLE-DRAW MAHOGANY AND BRASS TELESCOPE BY SILBERRAD
signed by the tapering eye-piece Silberrad / Aldgate London / Day or Night
35/20in. (89/51cm.) open/closed
Charles Silberrad worked between 1799 and 1834 from 34 Aldgate Within.
Estimate: 150-250
189. AN EARLY 19TH-CENTURY MAHOGANY AND BRASS 1½IN. THREE-DRAW TELESCOPE BY MATTHEW BERGE
signed by the flared eye piece Berge, late Ramsden LONDON, contained within original leather travelling case -- 28½ / 9½in. (72.5 x 24cm.) open/closed
Matthew Berge was apprenticed to Jesse Ramsden and worked independently between 1802 and 1817 from premises at 199 Piccadilly.
Estimate: 200-400
190. AN EARLY 19TH-CENTURY 1½IN. EIGHT-DRAW LEATHER COVERED BRASS POCKET TELESCOPE BY SILBERRAD
signed by the flared eye-piece Silberrad / Aldgate London (leather replaced)
29/5½in. (73.5/14cm.) open/closed
Estimate: 150-250
191. A LARGE MID 18TH-CENTURY 3½IN. LEATHER AND BRASS TELESCOPE BY SALOM & CO.
separate day/night eye-pieces, each signed Salom & Co. 98 Princes St. Edinburgh
72/65in. (183/165cm.) open/closed
Estimate: 200-400
192. A FINE EARLY 19TH-CENTURY 1¼IN. GILT BRASS THREE-DRAW TELESCOPE BY GILBERT
with engine-turned and fluted main tube and eye piece, signed on the back GILBERT LONDON -- 23¼ / 8in. (59 / 20.2cm.) open / closed
Estimate: 400-600
193. AN 18TH-CENTURY EQUINOCTIAL SUNDIAL BY BENJAMIN MARTIN, LONDON
the 3¼in. silvered dial with finely engraved compass rose, blued steel hand, lacquered brass case, hinged latitude, horizon ring signed B. Martin Fecit with folding gnomon, contained within a lined morocco case (later) approximately -- 6in. (15cm.) square
Benjamin Martin worked between 1738 and 1777 from one address in Chichester and five in Fleet Street and latterly as Benjamin Martin & Son until 1782 when the firm went bankrupt.
Estimate: 500-800
194. A 19TH-CENTURY LACQUERED BRASS GIMBALLED DRY CARD CONTINENTAL DESK COMPASS
with 2¾in. paper dial stamped Logia within weighted brass bowl set within gimbal rings attached to tapering support with flared foot base -- 7½in. (19cm.) high
Estimate: 100-150
195. A MID-18TH CENTURY POCKET COMPASS SUNDIAL
with 3in. paper dial (unsigned), blued steel indicator, folding gnomon and threaded lid lined with secondary compass rose
3½in. (9cm.) diameter
Estimate: 300-500
196. A MID 18th-CENTURY BRASS REFLECTING 4IN. TELESCOPE, UNSIGNED
with polished steel mirrors, rack and pinion focussing mounted on original folding tripod stand
18 x 30in. (46 x 76cm.)
Estimate: 700-900
197. A MID 19TH-CENTURY 2IN. LACQUERED BRASS TABLE TELESCOPE AND STAND BY THOMAS MATTHEWS
signed on the back plate MATTHEWS 9 Athol Place, Pentonville, rack-and-pinion focussing and height adjustment, secured to a tapering tripod stand with hinged legs - 18 x 39¼in. (46 x 99.5cm.)
Thomas B. Matthews, an optician, worked from this address alone between 1845 and 1849.
Estimate: 400-600
198. A RESTORED NOON-DAY CANNON DIAL
with bronzed fittings secured through a marble base incised with a sun dial (base restored) -- 11½in. (29cm.) diameter
Estimate: 500-800
199. A MID 19TH-CENTURY DRY CARD SIGHTING COMPASS BY GEORGE WHITBREAD
the 6in. engraved green compass card set within a lacquered brass gimballed bowl, signed on the rim Whitbread London, folding sights with glass shades, secured within a teak box (lacking lid, old wear) -- 11in. (28cm.) diameter
Estimate: 500-800
200. A TEAK CASED BAROGRAPH
signed on the drum Horstmann Gear Co. Ltd, Bath, England, Mk2A, the hinged lid with two securing clasps and carry handle -- 7¼ x 12¼in. (18.5 x 31cm.)
Estimate: 150-200
201. A 1975 EPOCH STAR GLOBE BY KELVIN & HUGHES LTD
the 7¼in. globe set within lacquered brass horizon and meridian rings in fitted teak box with accessories, instructions, inset carry handle and securing hooks, approximately -- 11in. (28cm.) square
Estimate: 400-600
202. A RARE CARVED TORTOISESHELL SURGEON'S FLEAM CASE, PROBABLY EARLY 19TH-CENTURY
carved overall with Oriental scenes, around a central cartouche of a foul anchor, spaces for eight fleams (lacking) -- 3⅛?in. (8cm.) high
Estimate: 300-500
203. A RESTORED SANDGLASS
constructed in stained oak, with five barley twist supports around sand-filled glass bulbs joined with gold twine and timed at approximately seven minutes, parts 19th-century -- 9½in. (24cm.) high
Estimate: 100-150
204. A BOARD OF TRADE MARINE STANDARD OR "KEW-PATTERN" BAROMETER BY GRIFFIN & TATLOCK, EDINBURGH
with black-painted brass body and cistern, scale impressed with maker's name and numbered '6280', secured to panel for wall hanging (residual quantity of mercury present) -- 41¼in. (104.5cm.) high overall
Estimate: 300-500
205. A TWO-DAY MARINE CHRONOMETER BY PARKINSON & FRODSHAM, NO. 3147, CIRCA 1850
the 3½in. silvered dial signed and numbered Parkinson & Frodsham Change Alley London 3147, further inscribed in red Frodsham & Keen / re-sprung 1891, gold hour and minute hands, blued steel subsidiary hands, the movement with engraved back plate, Earnshaw escapement, bi-metallic balance with Poole's auxiliary and blued helical balance spring, movement cowl, set within a gimballed brass bowl set within a brass inlaid rosewood case, approximately -- 8in. (20cm.) square
Estimate: 1500-2000
206. A TWO-DAY DECK WATCH BY ULYSSE NARDIN
the 2¾in. silvered dial signed and inscribed Chronometre Ulysee Nardin Locle-Suisse, Roman hour numerals, Arabic subsidiary seconds numbered '128090', Arabic up-down dial, blued steel hands, fob wind and setting to gilded movement with seventeen jewels and lever escapement, gimballed within a two tier mahogany box with maker's and model number plates and drop handles -- 6in. (15cm.) square
Estimate: 500-800
207. TWO CHRONOMETER MAHOGANY GUARD BOXES
apparently un-issued, lacking lining, hinges and catches, each approximately -- 10in. (25.5cm.) square (2)
Estimate: 50-80
208. AN EARLY 19TH-CENTURY 11½IN. RADIUS VERNIER OCTANT BY B. WALTER, LONDON
with maker's plate inscribed WALTER : LONDON, the ebony frame with ivory scale divided to 95° and Ramsden's foul-anchor dividing mark to centre, braced lacquered brass index arm and fittings including pinhole sight, interchangeable shades and mirrors, turned pencil head in 'T' bar, note plaque to reverse and pin feet, contained within stepped keystone case with trade label for J. W. Norie & Co., lock and brass escutcheon -- 15in. (38cm.) wide
Estimate: 500-800
209. A 19TH-CENTURY DRUM SEXTANT BY TROUGHTON & SIMMS, LONDON
of typical form, signed above the silvered scale divided to 140°, the lacquered brass case further engraved P. Murray / Bengal Engineers -- 3in. (7.5cm.) diameter; together with a military-pattern pocket inclinometer signed and numbered F. Barker & Son 3189 contained within a fitted leather travelling case -- 3½in. (9cm.) diameter (2)
Estimate: 300-500
210. AN EARLY 19TH-CENTURY EBONY 11½IN. RADIUS VERNIER OCTANT
the ivory scale divided to 100° on Ramsden's dividing engine (foul anchor mark to centre), braced index arm, interchangeable shades, pinhole sights, pencil and note plaque behind, contained within a fitted keystone case with mid-19th century trade label for R.M. Barrett over an earlier example in lid -- 15in. (38cm.) diameter
Estimate: 400-600
211. A 19TH-CENTURY 7IN. RADIUS VERNIER SEXTANT BY G. WHITBREAD, LONDON
the oxidised brass lattice frame with arc signed and numbered G. Whitbread 2201, silvered scale divided to 155°, rosewood handle, contained within a fitted mahogany box with accessories -- 10¾in. (27.5cm.) diameter; together with a pocket telescope, unsigned (2)
Estimate: 400-600
212. A SMALL MICROMETER SEXTANT BY HENRY HUGHES & SON LTD
with 3½in. radius, black crackle frame with polished arc divided to 120° and numbered '45488', index arm with government arrow mark, contained within a lined Bakelite case with oil bottle and maker's corrections certificate dated 4/5/45 -- 8in. (20cm.) square
Estimate: 100-150
213. A MODERN 7IN. RADIUS MICROMETER SEXTANT BY HEATH NAVIGATION
with black-painted open frame, painted arc with white-filled calibrations to 125ú, signed and numbered Heath Navigation Ltd London S.E.9 70065, contained within fitted maker's box with test certificate for 1970 and accessories
12in. (30.5cm.) in diameter
Estimate: 100-150
214. A MODERN 6IN. RADIUS MICROMETER SEXTANT BY PLATH
with black-painted lattice frame, polished arc divided to 125˚?, contained within maker's box with spare mirrors, accessories and certificate dated 1975
12in. (30.5cm.) in diameter
Estimate: 100-150
218. Thornycroft Archive Collection
The following 18 lots were all removed from the Woolston Southampton offices of the famous ship and fast craft builders Thornycroft in 1968. Following a reorganisation of office space they were found to be surplus to requirements and, for the cost of a donation to the company's Sport & Social Club, the vendor was allowed to take them away. The artwork and framed photographs were located in the Boardroom and offices, but many refer to the company's earlier period at Church Wharf in Chiswick, London where the company was founded in 1864. The half models were all located in the passageway to the design office and all are numbered or named in pencil on the reverse. Buyers will receive a copy of the company history by K.C. Barnaby (100 years of Specialized Shipbuilding and Engineering) where possible.
Bernard Finegan Gribble (British, 1873 - 1962)
The "U Class" Escort Destoyer Undine at sea
Signed 'B Gribble' (lower left)
Oil on canvas
16 x 20in. (40.5 x 51cm.)
Launched by Thornycroft on 1st June 1943, the Undine, pendant number R42, was a development of the 'Q' and 'R' classes but with "Tribal" Class bows to make it less wet forward. Measuring 340 feet with a 35 foot beam and 14 foot draught, she displaced about 2,500 tons and her twin shaft Parsons turbines gave her a top speed of nearly 37 knots. She was broken up in 1965.
Estimate: 400-600
219. Bernard Finegan Gribble (British, 1873 - 1962)
The Chilean "Serrano Class" Destroyer Serrano at sea
Signed 'B Gribble' (lower left) and inscribed on verso
Oil on board
15 x 20in. (38 x 51cm.)
Designed by Thornycroft for the wide range of climates experience in South America, six were built in total, the Serrano entering service in September 1928, the others in 1929. Displacing 1,430 fully loaded and measuring 300 feet overall, with a 29 foot beam and 12ft 8in draught, they were powered by Parsons geared turbines from three Thornycroft boilers developing 28,000 horse power to give an impressive 35 knots, exceeding the contract speed. Discarded from 1957, Seranno was one of the last to go in 1967.
Estimate: 400-600
220. Bernard Finegan Gribble (British, 1873 - 1962)
The "Hunt Class" (Type 4) Escort Destroyer Brecon at sea
Signed 'B Gribble' (lower left)
Oil on board
16 x 19in. (40.5 x 48cm.)
Designed by Thornycroft, Brecon (pendant number L76) and her sister Brissenden were laid down in 1941 and launched a year later. Displacing 1,700 tons they measured 296ft with a 33ft beam and 11 foot draught. Her Parsons turbines developed 19,000 horse power, giving 26 knots. Brecon was broken up in 1962, her sister three years later.
Estimate: 400-600
221. G. COCKERHAM (20th CENTURY)
The new Dover Station high speed lifeboat Sir William Hillary at speed
Signed and dated 'G. Cockerham 1930' (lower right)
Oil on canvas
22 x 32in. (56 x 81cm.) Framed
During the 1920s, the increasing number of airplanes flying over the Channel made the RNLI look into the possibility of stationing a special high-speed lifeboat at Dover, to cope with the consequences of an airplane crashing in the sea. In 1930 the Dover Lifeboat Station was re-opened with the arrival of a brand new lifeboat, named Sir William Hillary after the founder of the RNLI. The new boat was powered by two 375 h.p. petrol engines and was capable of a top speed of 17.25 knots, as compared with a top speed of 9 knots for conventional motor lifeboats then in service.
Estimate: 400-600
222. TOM LEWSEY (1900 - )
A Royal Navy Reserve launch motoring in a swell
Signed 'Tom Lewsey' (lower right)
Oil on canvas
25 x 30in. (63.5 x 76cm.) Framed
Estimate: 300-500
223. SIR JOHN ISAAC THORNYCROFT'S LETTERS PATENT: "IMPROVEMENTS IN TORPEDO APPARATUS FOR VESSELS", 30TH AUGUST, 1877
printed and annotated on vellum and mounted with two technical drawings for his side-launch davit system either side of the wax seal of state -- 34½ x 39½in. (87.5 x 100.5cm.) overall
Having noted the success, in principal at least, of the torpedo in the American Civil War, the Admiralty began their own developments in their design and delivery. The main limitation of the spar torpedoes used in the American conflict had been the necessity for a vessel to get close enough to engage. In March 1877, Thornycroft demonstrated a spar attack on a hulk with The Times noting that after the explosion the little craft ..went round and round for a few moments and quietly resumed the direction of the squadron. Clearly a "fish" torpedo would be needed and, having acquired the patents from Whitehead in 1871, the Arsenal at Woolwich made several improvements. Thorneycroft built the Navy's first torpedo boat Lightning (later named TB.1) in 1877 which carried a forward facing tube. The later versions carried twin torpedoes, mounted in the system patented in this lot by Sir John I. Thornycroft.
Estimate: 400-600
224. A NAVAL ARCHITECTS PROFILE DRAWING FOR 'LIFFEY' CLASS SCREW FRIGATES, CIRCA 1854
ink on linen heightened with colour and annotated with depths and measurements, the principal dimensions listed lower left (some old areas of staining) -- 25½ x 88in. (65 x 223.5cm.) Framed
The 'Liffey' Class comprised H.M.Ships Liffey; Shannon; Topaze; Baccante and Liverpool and displaced some 3,915 tons. Ordered as a response to the Royal Navy's maneuvering difficulties in the Crimean War, Liffey and Shannon were originally ordered as sailing frigates and hastily converted on the stocks. All enjoyed uneventful careers and were broken up between 1869 and 1884, except Liffey which survived until 1903.
Estimate: 500-800
225. THE THORNYCROFT WORKS PHOTOGRAPH ARCHIVE
comprising approximately 1,339 black and white images contained within labelled archive boxes with categories including: Design Development and Manufacturing; Part Exteriors of Ship and Motor Vessels; Road Motor Vehicles; Vessel Exteriors; Vessel Interiors; Engine Rooms and miscellaneous, the images, mostly 6 x 8in. stuck to a 9½ x 12in. Numbered brown card with annotated details to reverse, often including client, date and title, many further stamped Negative Destroyed, dating between approximately 1905 and 1955; together with approximately seventy framed photographs, mostly annotated and dated on the reverse, showing interesting vessels, company events, characters etc., the majority 6 x 8in. with approximately ten larger. (A lot)
Estimate: 1000-1500
226. A THORNYCROFT BUILDER'S HALF-BLOCK PLATING MODEL FOR THE TORPEDO BOAT DESTROYER, SAVAGE, BUILT FOR THE ROYAL NAVY, 1910, YARD NUMBER 519
finished in varnish and mounted on an ebonised board for wall hanging -- 72 x 9in. (183 x 22.7cm.) overall
One of a class of sixteen "Beagle" Class destroyers of the 1908-09 programme, they were amongst the last built to use coal-fired boilers after concerns about secure oil supplies. Displacing 1,100 tons (deep load), they measured 263 ft 11¼in. with a 26ft 1in. beam and a draught of 8ft 6in, were powered with 3-shaft Parsons turbines developing 14,300 horse power giving 27 knots and were armed with 1-4in. quick-firing gun, 3-12pdrs, and 2-21in. torpedo tubes. On completion they formed part of the 5th Defence Flotilla and were in the Mediterranean on the outbreak of War. Recalled to Home waters, they served as minesweepers at the Dardanelles and then patrolled Home waters. Savage was sold for break up in 1921.
Estimate: 1800-2500
227. A THORNYCROFT BUILDER'S HALF-BLOCK PLATING MODEL FOR THE TORPEDO BOAT DESTROYER HARDY, BUILT FOR THE ROYAL NAVY, 1912, YARD NUMBER 628
finished in white and mounted on an ebonised board for wall hanging -- 72 x 7.5in. (183 x 18.5cm.) overall
One of a class of twenty "Acasta" Class destroyers built in the 1911-12 programme, the Hardy was one of five Thorneycroft "specials" intended to platform new technologies. Displacing 1,300 tons (deep load), they measured 267ft 6in with a 27ft beam and 9ft 6in draught they were powered by 2-shaft Parson's turbines developing 24,500 horse power to give 29 knots and armed with 3-4in. breech loaders and 2-21in. torpedo tubes. With Hardy an attempt was made to install the first high-speed diesel engine in a destroyer. An 1,800 horse power Sulzer diesel was intended, but was not ready and so Hardy was accepted without. She was sold for breakup in 1921.
Estimate: 1500-2000
228. A THORNYCROFT BUILDER'S HALF-BLOCK PLATING MODEL FOR THE TORPEDO BOAT DESTROYERS LANCE & LOOKOUT, BUILT FOR THE ROYAL NAVY, 1914, YARD NUMBERS 653 & 654
finished in white and mounted on an ebonised board for wall hanging -- 72 x 8in. (183 x 20.3cm.) overall
This pair of "Laforey" Class destroyers were from a programme of twenty-two built at various yards around the country. They were all given 'L' names by Admiralty order of 30th September, 1913, thus becoming the first alphabetical class of the new organisation. Displacing up to 1,300 tons (deep load) they were 268 ft 10in long with a beam of 27ft 8in with a 10ft 6in. draught. Powered by two-shaft Parson's turbines which developed 24,500 horse power, they were capable of 29 knots and were armed with 3-4in. quick firing guns, 1-303 Maxim machine gun and 4-21in. torpedo tubes. Lance had the distinction of firing the first shot of the Great War at sea on the 5th August 1914, 13 hours after the declaration of war, and was also one of a flotilla that sank four German torpedo boats off the Texel on 17th October that year. Lance was sold for breaking in 1922 with Lookout following a year later.
Estimate: 1800-2500
229. A THORNYCROFT BUILDER'S HALF-BLOCK MODEL FOR THE TORPEDO BOAT DESTROYER SHAKESPEARE, BUILT FOR THE ROYAL NAVY, 1917, YARD NUMBER 903
finished in white and mounted on an ebonised board for wall hanging -- 85¾ x 9¼ in. (218 x 23.5cm.)
The name ship of a class of seven, of which two were cancelled, Shakespeare was a marked step forward and as flotilla leaders were much admired by foreign navies. Displacing 2,009 tons (deep load) they measured 329ft overall, with 31ft 6in. beam and 12ft 6in. draught, powered by 2-shaft Brown-Curtis geared turbines developing 40,000 horse power, they could make 36 knots and were armed with 5-4.7in. guns adapted from army stocks, 2-2pdr pom-poms and 6-21in. torpedo tubes and needed a complement of 183 personnel. The addition of a 9ft rangefinder plus torpedo sights marked a huge improvement in fighting efficiency. Shakespeare was broken up in 1936.
Estimate: 600-800
230. A THORNYCROFT BUILDER'S HALF-BLOCK PLATING MODEL FOR THE CRUISER YACHT AMAPA, BUILT FOR BRAZIL, 1907, YARD NUMBER 459
finished in varnish and mounted on an ebonised board for wall hanging -- 74¼ x 10¾in. (188.5 x 27.5cm.) overall
Estimate: 800-1200
231. A THORNYCROFT BUILDER'S HALF-BLOCK PLATING MODEL FOR THE PADDLE TUGS TORDY & STRENUOUS, FOR THE BRITISH ADMIRALTY, 1912, YARD NUMBERS 625 & 626
finished in varnish and mounted on an ebonised board for wall hanging -- 41 ½ x 7in. (105.5 x 18cm.) overall
Displacing 690 tons and measuring 144ft long with a 27½ft beam, Tordy was transferred from the War Department in 1918 and sold from the service in 1923; Strenuous was renamed Sandboy in 1918 and sunk as a target off Bermuda on 27th June, 1947.
Estimate: 500-800
232. A THORNYCROFT BUILDER'S HALF-BLOCK PLATING MODEL FOR THE LAUNCH MELITA, BUILT FOR THE GRAND DUKE CYRIL OF RUSSIA, 1913, YARD NUMBER 647
finished in varnish and mounted on an ebonised board for wall hanging -- 56¼ x 8in. (143 x 20cm.) overall
Estimate: 700-900
233. A RARE RAM-BOW THORNYCROFT BUILDER'S HALF-BLOCK PLATING MODEL FOR THE T. S. CUSTOMS CRUISER MARGARET, BUILT FOR THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT, 1914, YARD NUMBER 679
finished in varnish and mounted on an ebonised board for wall hanging -- 56 ¼ x 8 ½in. (143 x 21.5cm.) overall
Estimate: 1500-2000
234. A THORNYCROFT BUILDER'S HALF-BLOCK PLATING MODEL FOR THE CARGO SHIP ST. SENAN AND SLIEVENAMON, BUILT 1921, YARD NUMBER 992-3
finished in white and mounted on an ebonised board for wall hanging -- 47 x 8½in. (119.5 x 21.5cm.)
Registered at 515 tons, the St. Senan was owned by J. Doyle & Sons, changed name to Dunnet Head in 1925 and was broken up in 1951; a ton lighter, the Slievenamon was owned by Cargo Steamships Co Ltd, Dublin and was broken up in 1956.
Estimate: 400-600
235. A THORNYCROFT BUILDER'S HALF-BLOCK PLATING MODEL FOR THE TUG BOAT ALIDA HARVEY, BUILT FOR ANTOFOGASTA & BOLIVIA RAILWAY CO. LTD., 1911, YARD NUMBER 617
finished in varnish and mounted on an ebonised board for wall hanging -- 44 x 8 ¾in. (112 x 22.5cm.) overall
Estimate: 400-600
238. A PLANKED AND PINNED MODEL OF H.M.S. PICKLE
with planked deck with fittings including compass box, gratings, eight guns in carriages, water barrels and other details, two raked masts with standing and running rigging, mounted on a wooden display base -- 29 x 38in. (73.5 x 96.5cm.)
Estimate: 400-600
239. AN ATTRACTIVE 19TH-CENTURY SAILOR'S MODEL OF THE TWO-MASTED BRIGANTINE STELLA
the hull carved from the solid with lead keel, scored deck, glazed saloon light, companion way, capstan, carved and painted crew, raked masts with standing and running rigging and three ship's boats (loose), secured to cradle stands -- 20 x 29½in. (51 x 75cm.) Temporary base and plexi-glass cover -- 21 x 34 x 12in. (53 x 86.5 x 30.5cm.)
Estimate: 500-800
240. A WELL MADE LATE 19TH-CENTURY SAILOR'S MODEL OF THE BARQUE IVY
the planked hull with gaps to reveal framing, painted topsides, planked deck with typically naïve fittings, bound masts and yards with standing and running rigging, mounted on brass columns within glazed wooden case (later)
22½ x 32½ x 9½in. (57 x 82.5 x 24cm.)
Estimate: 800-1000
241. AN ATTRACTIVE EARLY 20TH-CENTURY CARVED WOODEN MODEL OF A KETCH OF CIRCA 1700
the carved hull with wreathed gun ports, scored deck with simple fittings, standing and running rigging, mounted within a glazed wooden case with plaque
17 x 18 x 8½in. (43 x 46 x 21.5cm.)
Estimate: 350-500
242. A COLLECTION OF MINIATURE WATERLINE MODELS, PROBABLY 19TH-CENTURY
comprising an early-type paddle steamer and five assorted types of sailing vessels with paper sails and watercolour flags, carved hulls, some with dried glue on the underside -- 6 x 6in. (15 x 15cm.) approximately
Estimate: 100-150
243. A WELL-PRESENTED MODEL OF A SINGLE-HANDED GAFF-RIGGED YAWL
the carved hull with scored decks with brass fittings, masts with stitched linen sails and rig, mounted on a polished mahogany base -- 34 x 39in. (86.5 x 99cm.) overall
Estimate: 300-500
244. AN R.N.L.I. PRESENTATION MODEL OF THE SAILING AND PULLING LIFEBOAT MICHAEL HENRY, CIRCA 1876
the hull carved from the solid and finished in R.N.L.I. livery, badge and name, scored fruitwood interior with painted fixtures and some fittings, numbered rowing positions and rudder, mounted on original base with engraved brass plate with dedication from the Jewish Scholars Lifeboat Fund dated 14th May, 1879 (wear, parts missing, arrested old restoration) -- 9 x 28in. (23 x 71cm.) overall
Michael Henry was the editor of the Jewish Chronicle and started the fund for this lifeboat. He died in an accidental fire so the lifeboat was presented in his memory.
Estimate: 400-600
245. A 19TH-CENTURY CLINKER-BUILT, POSSIBLY YARD BUILT, MODEL OF A SAILING AND PULLING DINGHY
planked and pinned hull, with internal details including cross boards with metal braces, thwarts, framing, seats, mast steps and other details -- 4 x 21½in. (10 x 54.5cm.) Mounted on stand made from an old octant case and retaining remnant trade label for Troughton & Simms
Estimate: 700-900
246. A BONE AND WOOD MODEL OF THE NEW BEDFORD WHALER DON Q
the planked hull with simulated pinning over wooden frame, the interior replete with oars, mast and sail and whaling equipment, secured to a wooden cradle stand -- 24in. (61cm.) long
Estimate: 500-800
247. AN ACCURATELY CONSTRUCTED ½IN:1FT. SCALE MODEL OF A TYPICAL MID 19TH-CENTURY MAN 0'WAR'S SAILING AND PULLING DINGHY
modelled by R. Philips in cherry, mahogany and spruce, the clinker hull fitted internally as appropriate and finished in varnish and white, with a blue boot top, mounted on a stand with four oars and legend -- 9¼ x 10in. (23.5 x 25.5cm.) Travelling box, certificate
Estimate: 200-300
248. AN OLD MODEL OF THE SELF-RIGHTING SAILING AND PULLING LIFEBOAT CORNISH LASS
carved from laminated wood with iron keel, scored deck with benches and slatted walkways, collapsed mast and sails, secured to carved cradles (old wear overall) -- 6½ x 26½in. (16.5 x 67.5cm.) overall
Estimate: 200-400
249. A WELL-PRESENTED AND DETAILED BUILDER'S-STYLE 1:48 SCALE MODEL OF THE RUSSIAN "VNIMATELNI" CLASS TORPEDO BOAT DESTROYER FOREL (VNIMATELNI, 1900)
the carved hull finished in red and black with planked decks, gratings, polished fittings and armament as appropriate, mast and rigging, mounted within a brass-bound glazed case with specification plaque within -- 20¾ x 51 x 12in. (52.5 x 129.5 x 30.5cm.) overall
One of five in this class, Forel was built by the French yard of Normand and laid down in 1898, but was not completed until 1901. Fitted with four of Normand's own boilers, she had a distinctive outline with two funnel groups and could generate 5,200 horse power to make 26.5 knots at full speed. Displacing 312 tons and measuring 185ft 8in, she carried 1-11pdr, 5-3pdr guns and 2-15in. torpedo tubes on turrets. She was wrecked on 26th May, 1904, three months before the Russo-Japanese War started, and which sank two more of her sisters (Sterlyad and Oestr). The remaining two (Kefal and Losos) were scrapped in 1921.
Estimate: 2000-3000
250. AN INTERESTING MODEL OF THE BULGARIAN TORPEDO BOAT LEVSKI (EX-RUSSIAN BYCHOK, 1877)
modelled with a carved hull, polished brass fittings including two boom-mounted torpedoes and a quick-firing gun, divided rudder for propeller shaft with two-bladed propeller, mounted on a small granite base -- 8 x 27½in. (20 x 70cm.) overall
Transferred from the Russian navy in 1884, Levski was used as a patrol boat during the Second Balkan and First World Wars. Shortened and re-built with a gasoline engine, she was finally broken up in 1938 after sixty-one years of service.
Estimate: 400-600
251. A 32':1" SCALE WATERLINE MODEL OF THE CELEBRATED FIRST CLASS NORWEGIAN CRUISE SHIP STELLA POLARIS
modelled by R.A. Wilson with a hull carved from laminated wood and finished in white with planked decks, fittings, superstructure and lifeboats, masts, rigging and funnel as appropriate, depicted steaming in an undulating blue sea within glazed wooden case with labels -- 7 x 21¼ x 7¼in. (18 x 54 x 18.5cm.) Carry case; historical data
Famed as the world's first purpose built cruise liner, Stella Polaris enjoyed a long an eventful career from the day she was launched in 1927 to the day she sank under tow to be a hotel in 2006. Fitted with advanced and luxurious accommodation for 200 passengers on normal cruises or 100 on world cruises, she was established as a favourite long before World War II interrupted. Serving as a mess for German officers, with Peace she was re-fitted and continued for another twenty-nine years until sold to Japan for conversion to a floating hotel. She was sold again in 2006 and re-named Scandinavia in order to return to the land that built her to continue as a hotel. En-route she took on water and sank in seventy metres two miles off Wakayama state. Attempts to salvage her have so far been thwarted by a vigorous underwater current.
Estimate: 500-800
252. A WELL-PRESENTED AND DETAILED STATIC DISPLAY 32':1" SCALE MODEL OF THE WORLD'S FIRST MOTOR VESSEL, M.V. SELANDIA (1912)
modelled by R.A. Wilson with carved, plated and painted hull, planked decks with fittings as appropriate, mounted within a plexi-glass case with plaques -- 6¼ x 18½ x 5½in. (16 x 47 x 14cm.) overall
Built by Burmeister & Wain of Copenhagen for the Danish East Asiatic Line, Selandia was fitted with two 8-cylinder 4-stroke single acting diesel engines driving twin propellers to give a service speed of 11-12 knots. Lacking the conventional funnel, the "exhaust" was located immediately in front of the mizzen mast. Prior to the maiden voyage the ship was visited by the Danish Royal Family and Winston Churchill - who had already started a hard fought campaign to convert the Royal Navy from coal to oil and was no doubt very interested in this revolutionary propulsion system. Despite her incomplete appearance, the ship was a great success and heralded in the modern era of merchant carriers. Selandia was sold twice and finally wrecked off the Japanese coast in 1940, however she is now immortalised on the new Danish 20 Krone coin.
Estimate: 300-500
253. A DETAILED AND WELL-PRESENTED 32':1" SCALE WATERLINE MODEL OF THE UNION-CASTLE MAIL STEAMSHIP BRAEMAR CASTLE [1898]
modelled by R.A. Wilson with carved hull, planked decks with detailed fittings and superstructure, masts with full suit of lined paper sails, and other details, set in an undulating moulded and painted seascape within plexi-glazed wooden case with plate -- 7¼ x 22 x 7in. (18.5 x 56 x 18cm.) overall. Carry box; historical notes
Completed in July 1898 by Barclay, Curle & Co of Glasgow for the Castle Line, Braemar Castle registered 6,266 gross tons and was 450ft long with a 52.2ft beam. The last single screw ship built for the company, she made a respectable 15 knots and had accommodation for 60-1st and 120-2nd class passengers. Transferred into the newly merged Union-Castle Line in 1900, she became a troopship in 1909 and a 421 bed hospital ship in 1915. Mined in 1916, she was repaired and was stationed at Murmansk during the Russian Civil War. During her time as a hospital ship, she carried an amazing 2,655,000 patients. She was sold for £17,500 for scrapping in 1924.
Estimate: 600-800
254. AN UNRIGGED BUILDER'S DESIGN MODEL OF THE ED DUBOIS 33-METER SAILING YACHT IMAGINE
the hull of plank on frame construction, with details including cockpit with twin helms and control panels, finished in grey, blue and natural wood and mounted on a shaped granite block with brass plaque -- 18 x 43in. (46 x 109cm.) overall
Imagine won the International Superyacht Design Award in 1993. Designed at Dubois Naval Architects, Lymington, Hampshire, she was 110ft 3in. long, with a 25ft 6in. beam, a draft of 10ft 8in. and displaced 110 tons.
Estimate: 800-1200
255. A BUILDER'S-STYLE DISPLAY MODEL OF A "SCORPIO 82" CLASS AUXILIARY YACHT, DESIGNED BY GRAAL ARCHITECTURE NAVALE AND BUILT BY SCORPIO MARITIME LTD.
the carved hull finished in blue, white and gold, with lined decks, winches, helm, bench, sat-nav sphere, mast, boom and rigging, is mounted on a thick Perspex base with engraved brass plaque -- 49½ x 33in. (126 x 84cm.) overall
Estimate: 500-800
256. A DETAILED STATIC DISPLAY MODEL OF THE AMERICA'S CUP YACHT ENDEAVOUR (1934)
with carved and painted hull, scored deck with wooden dinghy and polished brass deck fittings, mast with stitched linen sails, rig, blocks and tackle, mounted within a glazed mahogany case with plaque and stand (one pane of glass missing), measurements overall -- 87 x 46½in. (221 x 118cm.) overall
Estimate: 800-1200
257. A HALF-BLOCK MODEL OF THE ORIGINAL AMERICA'S CUP VICTOR AMERICA (1851)
modelled by D.C. Morley in laminated mahogany with an ash waterline and mounted on a mahogany-edged ash board with details for wall hanging -- 6½ x 28½in. (16.5 x 72.5cm.)
Estimate: 200-300
258. A HALF-BLOCK MODEL OF THE AMERICA'S CUP DEFENDER VIGILANT (1893)
built in contrasting woods by D.C. Morley and mounted on an ebonised wooden board with details for wall-hanging -- 7 x 29in. (18 x 74cm.)
Estimate: 200-300
259. A HALF-BLOCK MODEL OF THE AMERICA'S CUP CHALLENGER VALKYRIE II (1893)
built in contrasting woods by D.C. Morley and mounted on an ebonised wooden board with details for wall-hanging -- 6½ x 29in. (16.5 x 74cm.)
Estimate: 200-300
260. AN EXCEPTIONAL 16':1" SCALE WOOD AND METAL WATERLINE MODEL OF THE CONFEDERATE WARSHIP ALABAMA (1862), MODELLED BY DONALD McNARRY
the planked hull sheathed below the waterline, planked deck crowded with detailed armament, fixtures and fittings including inlaid gun tracks, open signal flag lockers, gratings, binnacles, double helm, five open ship's boats swung out in davits, shot racks with shot, belaying rails and pins in use, raked masts with standing and running rigging, yards with foot ropes, realistic lined paper sails, is set on an undulating green sea with wake, sealed within a glazed wooden case with brass plates. Overall measurements -- 13 x 23½ x 9¼in. (33 x 60 x 23.5cm.)
Secretly built in Merseyside and launched on 31st July, 1862 at a cost of £51,000 Alabama was laid down by Laird Bros. Ltd. of Birkenhead and classed as an auxiliary barque, being fitted with a direct-acting 600 horsepower engine which produced 13 knots. With an overall length of 220 feet, a breadth of 32 feet and a displacement of 1050 tons, she carried a complement of 148 men. Lightly armed with six 32-pound broadside carriage guns and one vast 100-pound Blakely rifled gun, she was built for speed. Originally named Enrica to evade American spies and the British Foreign Office, her true purpose was nearly discovered at the end of July 1862. With the British government about to seize her, she left Liverpool on what was supposed to be her final trial run, instead, under the command of Captain Raphael Semmes, she headed for the open sea and assumed her true name. So began her two year reign of terror, capturing or sinking 67 Union vessels valued at nearly $6 million between 1862-1864. During these two years the Alabama never put into port for repairs or provisions, instead taking fuel, food and ammunition from the merchant ships which she captured and destroyed. Leaking and fouled after this time, she put into Cherbourg on 16th June, 1864 for repairs, but was cornered by the U.S. cruiser Kearsarge, a chain-clad Federal sloop of war under the command of Captain Winslow. The Alabama was forced into the English Channel and once free of the three-mile limit, a fierce and circling battle commenced lasting three hours, watched by spectators on the shore. The Kearsarge's superior arms eventually put the Alabama out of action and she struck her colours, but sank before she could be captured.
Estimate: 26000-28000
261. AN EXCEPTIONAL 16':1" SCALE WOOD AND METAL WATERLINE MODEL OF THE FEDERAL WARSHIP KEARSARGE (1864), MODELLED BY DONALD McNARRY
the planked hull sheathed below the waterline, planked deck crowded with detailed armament, fixtures and fittings including inlaid gun tracks, open signal flag lockers, gratings, binnacles, double helm, five open ship's boats swung out in davits, shot racks with shot, belaying rails and pins in use, raked masts with standing and running rigging, yards with foot ropes, furled sails, is set on an undulating green sea with two small sailing craft approaching off her bow and a ship's boat tethered starboard amidships, sealed within a glazed wooden case with brass plates. Overall measurements -- 12 x 23½ x 9¼in. (30.5 x 60 x 23.5cm.)
Ordered under the emergency war programme of 1861, U.S.S. Kearsarge (named for a New Hampshire mountain) was a "Mohican" Class screw sloop. Built at the Portsmouth Navy Yard, Kittery, she measured 198.5 feet with a 33.8 foot beam and a 15.8 foot draught, displacing 1,550 tons, was fitted with a single horizontal back-acting engine developing 842 horse power to give 11 knots and was crewed by 160 men. She had a rather commonplace career in the European Squadron of the U.S. Navy. Under Captain Charles Pickering which included the blockade of the C.S.S. Sumter at Gibraltar, prompting the departure of her Captain, Raphael Semmes, a pre-war shipmate of Pickering's. Thereafter Kearsarge patrolled the Western Atlantic looking for the Alabama, the outcome of which is described in lot 260. Remaining in service for a further thirty years, she was wrecked on Roncador Reef off central America whilst en route to from Haiti to Nicaragua, 2nd February, 1894.
Estimate: 26000-28000
262. A FINELY REALISED MINATURE MODEL OF THE GEORGIAN THAMES PADDLE STEAMER LONDON ENGINEER (1818)
modelled by J. Evans to a scale of 1:384, the carved hull with internal paddle wheel, copper sheathed below the waterline with gilt work decoration above, planked deck with stayed funnel, masts rigged with pennants and flags, deckhouses, bilge pump, winches, anchor and other details, mounted over an oval mirror within wood-bound glazed case with plate. Overall measurements -- 5 x 8 x 3¾in. (12.5 x 20 x 9.5cm.)
The London Engineer was a 315 ton wooden paddle steamer of 120 feet in length with a 24 foot breadth and a 5 foot draught. Built by Daniel Brent of Rotherhithe, with engines fitted by Maudslay, Sons & Field, at Lambeth she was considered the crack passenger packet of the day. Specially designed and fitted for service between London and Margate, Kent, her chief peculiarity was that her paddles were built in the centre of the hull, being driven by an engine developing 120 hp either side, which was then astonishing.
Estimate: 700-900
263. TWO MID-20TH-CENTURY 32':1" SCALE WOOD AND METAL WATERLINE MODELS
comprising the Clyde paddle steamer La Marguerite and the four-masted barque Herzogin Cecile, each mounted on a moulded and painted sea-form base within glazed cases, the larger -- 8 x 15½ x 5¾in. (20 x 39.5 x 14.5cm.)
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La Marguerite was built and owned by Fairfield Engineering of Govan, completed in 1894, she was one of the famous Clyde passenger ferries and plied her trade until 1925; Herzogin Cecile was one of the last sailing trading ships to be built and registered, an impressive 3,242 tons. Built by Rickmers of Bremerhaven and completed in 1902 for Norddeutscher Lloyd she survived until broken up in 1936.
Estimate: 300-500
264. AN INTERESTING AND DETAILED 1:600 SCALE WATERLINE MODEL DIORAMA OF THE PADDLE TUG ANGLIA TOWING CLEOPATRA'S NEEDLE TOWARDS LONDON IN 1878
modelled by J. Evans from his own researches, each complete with intricately detailed fittings and depicted in a brisk green sea set within a glazed wooden case with plaque, overall measurements -- 4½ x 12¾ x 4¾in. (11.5 x 32.5 x 12cm.)
In 1801 the Khedive of Egypt, Mehmet Ali, offered Great Britain, France and America each one of the three stone obelisks lying at Alexandria and known as "Cleopatra's Needles". Weighing about 240 tons, the French and the Americans moved theirs with comparative ease; however, the British (whose Navy had refused to be involved) developed a complicated, if not eccentric, method. John Dixon (an engineer) designed a cylindrical hull to be taken out to Egypt in sections and built around the Needle for towing back to England. This had a straight stem, bilge keels, balancing sails, rudder and a deck house. Departing on 21st September 1877 and initially towed by the Olga, they hit a force 12 storm on October 14th. Six of Olga's crew were lost trying to rescue the crew of Cleopatra which was cast off and drifted in the Bay of Biscay until salvaged by the Fitzmaurice whose master tried to extract an exorbitant fee. Finally recovered and repaired, the Anglia was chartered to bring the Needle home and this was accomplished without further incident, arriving at Gravesend on 21st January, 1878.
Estimate: 1000-1500
265. A WELL-PRESENTED AND DETAILED 32':1" SCALE WATERLINE MODEL OF THE NORWEGIAN BARQUE SVAERDSTAD
modelled by R.A. Wilson with a laminated carved hull replete with fittings and superstructure as appropriate, lined paper sails set on a port reach, standing and running rigging, blocks and tackle, depicted sailing in a calm green sea within glazed wooden box with labels -- 6 ½ x 15½ x 6½in. (16.5 x 39.5 x 16.5cm.) Carry case; historical data
The Svaerdstad was dramatically wrecked on 22nd September, 1909 in a snow storm. All but two of the eighteen crew, including the Captain's daughter, were saved by the ingenuity of the only Briton aboard, Edward G. Fox who constructed a raft from the lumber they were carrying and returned to a section for supplies. After suffering many privations, they were finally spotted by a Russian steamer and Fox was ultimately awarded a silver medal by the Norwegian King.
Estimate: 300-500
266. A FINELY MADE AND WELL-PRESENTED 1:12 SCALE STATIC DISPLAY MODEL OF THE AMERICAN RACING BOAT LYNX (1918)
modelled by K. Hoffman with planked and framed hull fitted with polished brass fittings, red leather trimmed cockpit, steel wire steering guides, finished in green below the waterline and varnish and attractively mounted on a mahogany stylised engine block with brass plaque. Overall measurements -- 12 x 27in. (30.5 x 68.5cm.)
Estimate: 1200-1500
267. A FINELY MADE 1:12 SCALE MAHOGANY AND BRASS MODEL OF THE AMERICAN RACING SPEEDBOAT BABY BOOTLEGGER (1924)
modelled by K. Hoffman with framed, planked and pinned hull with polished brass fittings and leather-trimmed cockpit, mounted on wooden cradle -- 5 x 28in. (12.5 x 71cm.) Display base and legend
Powered by a V8 Hispano-Suiza 240hp engine, Baby Bootlegger achieved a top speed of 60mph and won the Gold Challenge Cup in 1924 and 1925.
Estimate: 1000-1500
268. AN HISTORICALLY INTERESTING AND UNIQUE WOOD, METAL AND FIBREGLASS POWERED CONCEPT MODEL OF THE PHILIP VILLA DESIGNED MARK III "QUEST" PROJECT Q-BOAT RACING HYDROPLANE, CIRCA 1983
with details including servo-assisted trim flaps located in each plane, secured to the main hull with aero-dynamic bracing, painted cockpit, engine with access cowling, tail fin with union flag. Overall measurements -- 12½ x 59 x 19in. (32 x 150 x 48.3cm.); together with a large archive of documents, plans and photographs pertaining to the design, development and fund raising for this project
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Almost unknown in its day and so largely forgotten now, Project 'Q' or 'Quest' (for speed) was a serious attempt to break the World Water Speed Record which, after Donald Campbell's fatal attempt in 1967, had been ceded to the Australians. Conceived and designed in secrecy by Philip Villa, the nephew of Leo Villa, Malcolm and Donald Campbell's highly respected Chief Engineer. After a significant campaign of fund raising, development models were built and tested in wind tunnels and on water. The latter tests (on this model) suggested that, had the full-scale hydroplane been built, it would have been capable of over 400 mph, although in practice that record would have been achieved over a period of time, allowing a sparring match with other contenders. In the event however, personal difficulties combined with a tough economic climate saw the project founder. This model provides a beautiful and tantalising footnote to a long British lineage of Water Speed Record Attempts and one which, had it been realised, would have smashed the present record of 317 mph set by Ken Warby in Spirit of Australia in 1978 and returned the prestige of the title to British hands.
Provenance: The late Philip Villa to vendor.
Estimate: 3000-5000
270. A BUILDER'S PLATING MODEL FOR A COASTER, GOOLE SHIPBUILDING, C.1984
unidentified, the laminated and carved hull finished in white with plating marks -- 50½in. (128.5cm.) diameter.
It has been suggested that an order for this vessel was placed with The Goole Shipbuilding and Repair Company Ltd. at the beginning of 1984. In March/April that year, British Shipbuilders closed the yard and, as actual construction of the vessel had not commenced, the model remained unmarked.
Estimate: 400-500
271. THE BUILDER'S PLATING HALF MODEL FOR THE TANKERS PRONTO & PERFECTO, BUILT BY COCHRANE & SONS LTD, SELBY, 1967
carved in laminated wood and finished in white with markings as appropriate and mounted on an ebonised board with builder's plate -- 8 x 43¾in. (20.2 x 111cm.) overall
Estimate: 400-500
272. A BOARDROOM-TYPE MODEL OF THE R.M.S. ORION, BUILT BY VICKERS-ARMSTRONG LTD. FOR THE ORIENT STEAM NAVIGATON COMPANY (1934)
the laminated carved hull finished in company colours and with lined paper decks complete with fittings as appropriate, mounted on two nickel-plated columns on fruitwood veneered base within metal-bound glazed case with ivorine plates for each side (old restoration and repairs overall) -- 16½ x 48¼ x 11½in. (42 x 122.5 x 29cm.) overall
Estimate: 2000-3000
273. A FRENCH LINE TRAVEL AGENT'S WATERLINE MODEL OF THE RE-FITTED M.V. DE GRASSE, CIRCA 1947
with carved hull, scored decks and painted fittings, mounted on an ebonised board within metal-bound case with brass outer plates engraved Cie Gnl TRANS-ATLANTIQUE (restoration) -- 14½ x 48½ x 9in. (37 x 123 x 23cm.) overall
Estimate: 1000-1500
274. A MIRROR-BACKED BUILDER'S HALF MODEL OF THE S.S. ELLERAY, BUILT BY BLYTHE SHIPBUILDING CO. LTD. NORTHUMERLAND, FOR THE ELLERAY S.S. CO. LTD. 1905
with carved and painted hull, lined and lacquered decks complete with superstructure as appropriate, silvered and gilt fittings, mounted on original front-silvered mirror in mahogany case with bow and stern view mirrors and builder's plate -- 12½ x 56¼ x 7in. (32 x 143 x 18cm.) overall
The general purpose cargo ship Elleray registered 1,201 tons, was listed as missing on a voyage between Hartlepool and London on 3rd January, 1922.
Estimate: 2500-3000
275. A BUILDER'S MODEL OF THE CARGO SHIP M.V. CHARLES, BUILT BY THE BRUGGE YARD FOR HERMANS SHIPPING CO., 1949
the laminated carved hull finished in two-tone red and grey with grey decks, lacquered and lined hatch covers, rigged derricks, aft superstructure with liveried funnel, lifeboats and fittings as appropriate, contained within a wood-bound glazed case -- 21 x 55½ x 11¾in. (53.5 x 141 x 30cm.) overall
Registered at 1,180 gross tons, the M.V. Charles was one of five vessels in the Hermans fleet and principally carried fruit and raw materials between Antwerp and the Belgian Congo. Sold in 1966 she was renamed Al Fares and sold again in 1969 to the Cuban government, being renamed Tania. She was wrecked in March 1974.
Estimate: 1200-1500
276. AN HISTORICALLY INTERESTING, POSSIBLY BUILDER'S OR YARD APPRENTICE, SCALE WOOD AND METAL MODEL OF A FAIRMILE 'D' CLASS MTB
with carved hull and fittings finished two-tone grey and white, some painted metal fittings including railings and armament, signal mast rigged with flags, black-painted keel with four propeller shafts secured to cradles within original wood-bound glazed case with etched plate with list of classes and numbers built between 1940 and 1944 -- 14½ x 34 x 11in. (37 x 86.5 x 28cm.)
Clearly an accurate model of some age, it is typical of the type built during the war when materials were in short supply. No pre-made or artificial fittings are in evidence, yet the hull is elegantly and accurately carved and coloured. The model appears to be in largely un-restored condition and, whilst the rigging needs tightening and some fittings re-securing, it remains an interesting and rare historical document from a period few models were constructed.
Estimate: 2000-3000
277. A 20TH-CENTURY WOOD AND BONE MODEL OF THE BRISTOL PRIVATEER MARS (1779)
with planked and pinned hull and decks, painted wood main and secondary wales, bone fittings including a rack of two fitted ship's boats, bound masts with standing and running rigging, mounted on cradles secured to chequered oval display base within glazed case with brass plate reading The Bristol Privateer "Mars" 30 Guns, Sailed on a Cruise August 1779 and after sending home two prizes she was not heard of again. Cased measurements -- 20 x 31½ x 10½in. (51 x 80 x 26.5cm.)
Literature: Powel, D: Bristol Privateers and Ships of War, Arrowsmith, 1930, p.275.
Estimate: 1500-2000
278. AN UNUSUAL MID-19TH-CENTURY WOOD AND BONE MODEL OF A (PROBABLY) FRENCH WAR SHIP
the planked and pinned hull with ram bow, cannon, simple fittings, masts and rig, mounted on a turned bone support attached to wooden base (wear, old restoration) -- 12 x 10in. (30.5 x 25.5cm.) overall
Estimate: 300-500
279. A FINELY CARVED AND WELL-PRESENTED NAPOLEONIC FRENCH PRISONER-OF-WAR-STYLE WOOD AND BONE SHIP MODEL OF THE FIRST RATE SHIP OF THE LINE CALEDONIA
the planked and pinned hull with protruding brass cannon, ornately carved warrior figurehead, stern, quarter galleries and deck superstructure, standing and running rigging with bone blocks and two ship's boats slung out, bound masts, yards with stun's'l booms, flags and streamer, mounted on bone cradles to inlaid wood and bone base with balustrade. Measurements overall -- 23 x 28in. (58.5 x 71cm.)
Estimate: 12000-15000
280. A RESTORED EARLY 19TH-CENTURY, POSSIBLY FRENCH PRISONER-OF-WAR, WOODEN MODEL OF A 40-GUN FIFTH RATE
the carved and painted hull papered below the waterline and painted to simulate copper sheathing, open gun ports with polished guns, rolled paper 'hammocks', simple figurehead, planked decks, masts and rigging, mounted on a board pinned within a wooden glazed casel -- 14 x 16in. (36 x 40.5cm.) model; -- 17 x 22 x 11½in. (43 x 56 x 29cm.) case
Estimate: 500-800
281. AN INTERESTING AND WELL-PRESENTED EBONY, BONE AND FRUITWOOD HALF MODEL OF THE 110-GUN FIRST RATE BATTLESHIP PRINCESS CHARLOTTE (1825)
planked below the waterline, contrasting ebony and bone wales and gun decks, chain plates with deadeyes, headrails, catheads, stern and quarter galleries, mounted on a mahogany board with bone and wood inlaid launching masts and flags, the keel "resting" on blocks, set within a glazed temple-topped case with plaque and stand with label inscribed C. Colebrook (probably later), together with separate glazed plaque with historical details regarding launch -- 16½ x 20 x 6in. (42 x 51 x 15cm.) overall
Ordered in 1812, it was a further six years before her keel was laid. Essentially a lengthened Victory, achieved by using Seppings diagonal planking, she displaced 2,417 tons when finally launched in 1825, the final fitted cost being a colossal £110,486. After the Syrian campaign of 1840 she saw no further active service and between 1857-1860 was used as floating barracks in Hong Kong, becoming a receiving ship thereafter. She was sold from service in 1875.
Estimate: 800-1200
282. AN EXTREMELY RARE PAIR OF NAVAL DOCKYARD BOW AND STERN MODELS, CIRCA 1845-50
possibly for a screw sloop or gun vessel, each carved from the solid and planked and pinned in mahogany with fruitwood over the keel and rudder, the bow with finely detailed gilt wood female figurehead, head rails, cat heads and hawse pipes; the stern with gilt wood badges flanking the quarter galleries, tinted windows, lifting-type propeller and rudder (later), each mounted on a square mahogany board for wall hanging, remnant label to bow model (some old restoration) -- 14in. (35.5cm.) square/deep, approximately (2)
Estimate: 8000-12000
283. A FINELY DETAILED NAPOLEONIC PRISONER-OF-WAR BONE AND BALEEN MODEL OF AN 80-GUN THIRD RATE SHIP OF THE LINE, CONTAINED WITHIN A MIRROR-LINED STRAWWORK DISPLAY CASE OF LARGE SIZE
the planked and pinned hull with retractable guns operated from a front cord in base, baleen main and secondary wales, polychrome warrior-form figurehead, deck fittings, bound masts with original rigging and silk flags, is mounted on original parquetry wooden base and set within its original straw work display case lined with six mirrors, drop-down glazed panel front and carry handle. The model -- 10 x 12in. (25.5 x 30.5cm.); The case -- 13 x 14½ x 6in. (33 x 37 x 15cm.)
Provenance: Purchased by the vendor's family from the Glasgow art dealers Muirhead Moffat & Co. for £201 in 1926 with copy papers giving provenance to Miss Malcolm of Dowanhall, Glasgow, and loaned to the Edinburgh Museum in 1925.
Condition: Nothing has been done to the model since it was purchased, however Muirhead Moffat & Co. did undertake minor cosmetic adjustments including re-securing the long boats either side, possibly adding small bone feet to the display base which they glued to the base and case to secure the model as the original staples placed at each end to tie it in had rusted away, thus at present the model is loose within the case. Originally green satin or silk curtains were pinned in front and vestiges remain suggesting they were removed at this time, and the rear right foot on the case had been lost and is replaced with a simple wooden block.
Estimate: 18000-25000