30th Apr, 2014 12:00

Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Seraph)

 
  Lot 100
 

100

[M] AN EARLY 19TH-CENTURY FRENCH NAPOLEONIC...

AN EARLY 19TH-CENTURY FRENCH NAPOLEONIC PRISONER-OF-WAR WOOD AND BONE MODEL FOR A CANNON AND LIMBER
with 2in. brass barrel mounted on bone gun carriage trimmed with white metal, with bone wheels and ammunition chest, mounted on lined ebony base with carved bone balustrading -- 8in. (20.5cm.) wide

Sold for £2,976
Estimated at £800 - £1,200

(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)


Condition Report
The right wheel of the gun carriage is missing its metal tyre; left gun barrel trunnion securing arm missing; one balustrade missing behind limber; evidence of old cleaning and repair.

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 EARLY 19TH-CENTURY FRENCH NAPOLEONIC PRISONER-OF-WAR WOOD AND BONE MODEL FOR A CANNON AND LIMBER
with 2in. brass barrel mounted on bone gun carriage trimmed with white metal, with bone wheels and ammunition chest, mounted on lined ebony base with carved bone balustrading -- 8in. (20.5cm.) wide
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