[M] YACHT DESIGNS, mostly by Frederick Shepherd, 1910-64

YACHT DESIGNS BY FREDERICK SHEPHERD

spanning approximately 1910-64 and comprising a large collection of manuscript yacht designs, pen and ink and pencil designs for yachts including Veleda ex Ella, Mr Gray’s 17ton cutter, Thalia, 11 ton cutter, 11 ton cutter, 25 ton motor yacht, 54 ton schooner, 9 ton ketch, 50 ton ketch, Arminel, Wayward III, Regina, 9 ton cutter, Eila and 32 ton ketch and others, contained in 12 cloth boxes, (very worn and defective) -- 70 7/8 x 3 3/4in. (180 x 9.5cm.),

(a lot)

Sold not subject to return.

A celebrated yacht designer Frederick Shepherd (1869-1969) who, at the same time, also acted as a marine surveyor, ran a fashionable practice from Piccadilly during the great era of gentlemens' yachting.

This lot will be available for viewing at Imperial Road.

Condition Report

Some plans are on acetate which has now become extremely brittle and prone to shattering when inspection is attempted. Many are on more conventional paper or wax cloth which has proved far more stable; the boxes are in worn condition with their end caps detached.

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.