10th May, 2016 12:00

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

 
  Lot 109
 

109

[M] A LARGE SCRIMSHAW-DECORATED NAUTILUS SHELL...

A LARGE SCRIMSHAW-DECORATED NAUTILUS SHELL COMMEMORATING THE GREAT EXHIBITION BY CHARLES WOOD, CIRCA 1850
worked overall and comprising the Royal Arms, the Arms of the City of London, and George and the Dragon, these flanked by the text of a speech entitled Mansion House Speech of His Royal H. Prince Albert at The Grand Exhibition Banquet, London, March 21, 1850, with gift presentation inscription dated for 1852, (restoration) -- 8 x 7in. (20 x 18cm.) perspex stand

Sold for £10,540
Estimated at £200 - £400

(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)


Condition Report
skillfully repaired star-bursts top left and right as looking a Royal Arms; discoloured area of filling over presentation inscription carefully inscribed over in ink.

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 LARGE SCRIMSHAW-DECORATED NAUTILUS SHELL COMMEMORATING THE GREAT EXHIBITION BY CHARLES WOOD, CIRCA 1850
worked overall and comprising the Royal Arms, the Arms of the City of London, and George and the Dragon, these flanked by the text of a speech entitled Mansion House Speech of His Royal H. Prince Albert at The Grand Exhibition Banquet, London, March 21, 1850, with gift presentation inscription dated for 1852, (restoration) -- 8 x 7in. (20 x 18cm.) perspex stand

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