26th Apr, 2022 10:00
Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Peter)
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[M] NEAPOLITAN SCHOOL (LATE 19TH CENTURY) : Study of the sail steamer S.S. ‘Boilelau’ [BOILEAU]
NEAPOLITAN SCHOOL (LATE 19TH CENTURY)
Study of the S.S. ‘Boilelau’ ['Boileau']
Gouache
Inscribed with title
15 x 21½in. (38 x 55cm.)
Built by Palmers at Willington Quay in 1884 for the Boileau S.S. Co. of Cardiff, she registered 1790 tons and was 258ft long with a 36ft beam. Sold to French owners in 1913, she disappeared in November 1915 in passage between Swansea and St. Nazaire carrying coal.
Condition Report
Good Condition
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.
NEAPOLITAN SCHOOL (LATE 19TH CENTURY)
Study of the S.S. ‘Boilelau’ ['Boileau']
Gouache
Inscribed with title
15 x 21½in. (38 x 55cm.)
Built by Palmers at Willington Quay in 1884 for the Boileau S.S. Co. of Cardiff, she registered 1790 tons and was 258ft long with a 36ft beam. Sold to French owners in 1913, she disappeared in November 1915 in passage between Swansea and St. Nazaire carrying coal.
Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Peter), 26th Apr, 2022
Order of Sale:
Mercantile (Sail) – 1-97
Mercantile (Steam) – 100-162
Naval (Sail) – 165-236
Naval (Steam) – 237-318
Navigational & Scientific Instruments – 320-380
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