AN UNUSUAL ARTICULATED FIGURINE CARVED FROM TIMBER RECOVERED FROM H.M.S. ROYAL GEORGE, CIRCA 1842
modelled as an elegantly dressed black man in a top hat with moving arms, decorated in polychrome, mounted to a plinth, the base with sliding panel containing a note inscribed carved by William Barnes, Portsmouth, Hants in the year 1842 / part of the wreck of the Royal George sunk at Spithead Augst 29 1782 recovered 1840; together with a naÏve portrait of Nelson and a poem about the Royal George
Sold for £1,488
Estimated at £300 - £500
(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)
Condition Report
Old wear commensurate with age.
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.
AN UNUSUAL ARTICULATED FIGURINE CARVED FROM TIMBER RECOVERED FROM H.M.S. ROYAL GEORGE, CIRCA 1842
modelled as an elegantly dressed black man in a top hat with moving arms, decorated in polychrome, mounted to a plinth, the base with sliding panel containing a note inscribed carved by William Barnes, Portsmouth, Hants in the year 1842 / part of the wreck of the Royal George sunk at Spithead Augst 29 1782 recovered 1840; together with a naÏve portrait of Nelson and a poem about the Royal George
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
Viewing
Saturday, 2nd November
(12pm-4pm)
Sunday, 3rd November
(12pm-4pm)
Monday, 4th November
(10am-5pm)
Tuesday, 5th November
(10am-11am)