5th Nov, 2019 11:00

Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art ('Superb')

 
Lot 218
 

218

[M] A UNIVERSAL SURVEYING INSTRUMENT COMPENDIUM RETAILED BY FLAVELLE & ROBERTS, SYDNEY & BRISBANE, CIRCA 1890

A UNIVERSAL SURVEYING INSTRUMENT COMPENDIUM RETAILED BY FLAVELLE & ROBERTS, SYDNEY & BRISBANE, CIRCA 1890

comprising 2¼in. Singer-patent mother-of-pearl compass signed as per title and inset into folding wooden pocket case with levels, sights and inclinometer -- 3½in. (9cm.) square; together with a surveyor's cross scratched engraved with a menorah flanked S.L., contained in fitted box -- 3½in. (9cm.)

(2)

Another example has been signed Hennessey, Swan Street, Swansea.

Sold for £434
Estimated at £150 - £250

(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)


Condition Report

Fine condition overall.

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 UNIVERSAL SURVEYING INSTRUMENT COMPENDIUM RETAILED BY FLAVELLE & ROBERTS, SYDNEY & BRISBANE, CIRCA 1890

comprising 2¼in. Singer-patent mother-of-pearl compass signed as per title and inset into folding wooden pocket case with levels, sights and inclinometer -- 3½in. (9cm.) square; together with a surveyor's cross scratched engraved with a menorah flanked S.L., contained in fitted box -- 3½in. (9cm.)

(2)

Another example has been signed Hennessey, Swan Street, Swansea.

Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art ('Superb'), 5th Nov, 2019

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Main view and sale venue: 
Olympia Auctions
25 Blythe Road
London
W14 0PD

Large object view
6 Imperial Studios
3-11 Imperial Road
London
SW6 2AG

 

 

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