Ending 1st Jul, 2019 20:00

Liner China Timed Online Auction

 
  Lot 72
 

72

[M] MANCHESTER LINERS LIMITED: A SOUP PLATE BY DUNN BENNETT & CO. LTD., CIRCA 1910

MANCHESTER LINERS LIMITED: A SOUP PLATE BY DUNN BENNETT & CO. LTD., CIRCA 1910

crest to front and makers marks to rear. Diameter -- 9.5in. (24cm.) C2

This plate was removed from a vessel by a ship breaker working in a Scottish yard. Manchester Liners was a cargo and passenger shipping company founded in 1898. The line pioneered the regular passage of ocean-going vessels along the Manchester Ship Canal. Its main sphere of operation was the transatlantic shipping trade, but the company also operated services to the Mediterranean.

Sold for £14
Estimated at £20 - £30

(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)


Condition Report

C2

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.

 

MANCHESTER LINERS LIMITED: A SOUP PLATE BY DUNN BENNETT & CO. LTD., CIRCA 1910

crest to front and makers marks to rear. Diameter -- 9.5in. (24cm.) C2

This plate was removed from a vessel by a ship breaker working in a Scottish yard. Manchester Liners was a cargo and passenger shipping company founded in 1898. The line pioneered the regular passage of ocean-going vessels along the Manchester Ship Canal. Its main sphere of operation was the transatlantic shipping trade, but the company also operated services to the Mediterranean.

Auction: Liner China Timed Online Auction, ending 1st Jul, 2019

Key to Conditon Ratings:

A Mint

B Minor wear

C Old/typical wear commensurate with age

C Cracked

D Chipped

E Restored

F Very poor overall condition

 

1 No visible issues

2 One or two minor nibbles

3 Overall

4 Many

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