8th Nov, 2016 12:00

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

 
  Lot 101
 

101

[M] A PAIR OF 12IN. BRONZE TOMPIONS FROM THE...

A PAIR OF 12IN. BRONZE TOMPIONS FROM THE 'MAJESTIC' CLASS BATTLESHIP H.M.S. CAESAR [1896]
cast with a right-facing profile of Caesar with motto inscribed over AUT CÆSAR AUT NULLUS ("Caesar or Nothing"), framed within a rope border and now mounted in circuit board with suspension hook (old wear overall) -- 17in. (43cm.) square
(2)
H.M.S. Caesar was one of the nine 'Majestic' class battleships ordered as a result of the so-called "Naval Scare" [about French naval expansion] of 1893. Caesar and her sisters were fine-looking vessels and represented the acme of the late Victorian Royal Navy. Sent to the Mediterranean after a short spell with the Channel Fleet, Caesar remained in Malta until October 1903 when she came home for a refit. Considered obsolete by 1914, her wartime duties, despite their usefulness, were mostly of a secondary nature and she was sold for scrapping in 1921.

Sold for £434
Estimated at £300 - £500

(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)


Condition Report
Heavily worn with old polishing; there's an unusual inset rubber grommit near the outer edge which has perished.

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 PAIR OF 12IN. BRONZE TOMPIONS FROM THE 'MAJESTIC' CLASS BATTLESHIP H.M.S. CAESAR [1896]
cast with a right-facing profile of Caesar with motto inscribed over AUT CÆSAR AUT NULLUS ("Caesar or Nothing"), framed within a rope border and now mounted in circuit board with suspension hook (old wear overall) -- 17in. (43cm.) square
(2)
H.M.S. Caesar was one of the nine 'Majestic' class battleships ordered as a result of the so-called "Naval Scare" [about French naval expansion] of 1893. Caesar and her sisters were fine-looking vessels and represented the acme of the late Victorian Royal Navy. Sent to the Mediterranean after a short spell with the Channel Fleet, Caesar remained in Malta until October 1903 when she came home for a refit. Considered obsolete by 1914, her wartime duties, despite their usefulness, were mostly of a secondary nature and she was sold for scrapping in 1921.

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