A FINE AND HIGHLY ORIGINAL FULLY RIGGED FRENCH NAPOLEONIC PRISONER OF WAR MINIATURE SHIP MODEL FOR A FIRST-RATE SHIP OF THE LINE
the 3½in. hull carved from shin bone and pierced for three decks of brass guns with red-painted port lids, carved head and stern galleries, plain decks with simple fittings, bound masts with yards, original standing and running rigging with full suit of lined paper sails, mounted on bone display base with penwork decoration within straw work case with pink silk ‘curtains’, back and end mirrors, drop glazed front enclosed with straw work doors, the top with carved bone finials, knobs and feet. Overall -- 7¼ x 8½ x 4in. (18.5 x 21.5 x 10cm.)
Sold for £6,820
Estimated at £4,000 - £6,000
(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)
Condition Report
Highly original condition, usual time-staining to exterior straw with some minor losses, and bright within, case has all finials and catches, model in good condition with full suit of sails and rigging in place, satin curtains a little faded and mirrors spotted, silk glass drop front restrainers present but unattached to front.
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.
A FINE AND HIGHLY ORIGINAL FULLY RIGGED FRENCH NAPOLEONIC PRISONER OF WAR MINIATURE SHIP MODEL FOR A FIRST-RATE SHIP OF THE LINE
the 3½in. hull carved from shin bone and pierced for three decks of brass guns with red-painted port lids, carved head and stern galleries, plain decks with simple fittings, bound masts with yards, original standing and running rigging with full suit of lined paper sails, mounted on bone display base with penwork decoration within straw work case with pink silk ‘curtains’, back and end mirrors, drop glazed front enclosed with straw work doors, the top with carved bone finials, knobs and feet. Overall -- 7¼ x 8½ x 4in. (18.5 x 21.5 x 10cm.)
Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (GLADIATOR), 25th Apr, 2023
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Page turning catalogue here
Downloadable bid form here
Saleroom notice here
Order of Sale:
Mercantile (Sail & Yachting) 1-75
Mercantile (Steam) 76-132
Naval (Sail) 133-237
Naval (Steam) 238-294
Navigational & Scientific Instruments 295-353
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Shippers
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