26th Apr, 2022 10:00
Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Peter)
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δ [M] BARRIE A F CLARK (1943-) THE GREAT YARMOUTH STEAM TUG COMPANY ‘TOM PERRY’
BARRIE A. F. CLARK (BRITISH, B. 1943)
The Great Yarmouth Steam Tug Company P.T. ‘Tom Perry’
Signed and dated ‘Barrie A.F. Clark ‘76' (lower left)
Oil on canvas
19 x 29¼in. (48.3 x 74.3cm.)
Launched in 1878, the 78-ton wooden steam paddle tug Tom Perry was a part of the Nicholson Towage Co., Great Yarmouth. Vulnerable coastal traffic passing the port often needed assistance in rough weather and the tug crews from Great Yarmouth were only too ready to take risks for the salvage rewards. In one incident in 1906, nine tugs were involved in the rescue of the Newburn. Three companies took part in the rescue, with Tom Perry receiving £200 in salvage rewards for her part in the rescue. In 1920, after a collision that resulted in significant damage, the Tom Perry was broken up and sold for scrap.
Sold for £273
Estimated at £300 - £500
(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)
Condition Report
CR: Fine overall condition;
Frame: 23½ x 33½in.
We are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of this property. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Charles Miller Ltd is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD “AS IS” IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE.
BARRIE A. F. CLARK (BRITISH, B. 1943)
The Great Yarmouth Steam Tug Company P.T. ‘Tom Perry’
Signed and dated ‘Barrie A.F. Clark ‘76' (lower left)
Oil on canvas
19 x 29¼in. (48.3 x 74.3cm.)
Launched in 1878, the 78-ton wooden steam paddle tug Tom Perry was a part of the Nicholson Towage Co., Great Yarmouth. Vulnerable coastal traffic passing the port often needed assistance in rough weather and the tug crews from Great Yarmouth were only too ready to take risks for the salvage rewards. In one incident in 1906, nine tugs were involved in the rescue of the Newburn. Three companies took part in the rescue, with Tom Perry receiving £200 in salvage rewards for her part in the rescue. In 1920, after a collision that resulted in significant damage, the Tom Perry was broken up and sold for scrap.
Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Peter), 26th Apr, 2022
Order of Sale:
Mercantile (Sail) – 1-97
Mercantile (Steam) – 100-162
Naval (Sail) – 165-236
Naval (Steam) – 237-318
Navigational & Scientific Instruments – 320-380
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