31st Oct, 2012 12:00

Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Cochrane)

 
  Lot 138
 

138

[M] A COMPASS AND BINNACLE BY HENRY BROWNE & SON,...

A COMPASS AND BINNACLE BY HENRY BROWNE & SON, LONDON
the 6½in. compass card signed with 'Sestrel' trademark and numbered '1800N', mounted within double-glazed (top and bottom) liquid-filled bowl within counter-signed and numbered gimbals further stamped 'deadbeat compass', contained within wooden binnacle with maker's plates, red/green Kelvin spheres, access hatch to interior components, Flinder's bar and brass hood with hinged ports, overall -- 56in. (142.3cm.) high

Sold for £372
Estimated at £400 - £600

(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)


Condition Report
Compass card in generally good condition; interior ?electrical components of binnacle now disconnected, exterior is clean and in condition commensurate with age - minor dents to Flinders bar, knob missing from swivel panel on hood.

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 COMPASS AND BINNACLE BY HENRY BROWNE & SON, LONDON
the 6½in. compass card signed with 'Sestrel' trademark and numbered '1800N', mounted within double-glazed (top and bottom) liquid-filled bowl within counter-signed and numbered gimbals further stamped 'deadbeat compass', contained within wooden binnacle with maker's plates, red/green Kelvin spheres, access hatch to interior components, Flinder's bar and brass hood with hinged ports, overall -- 56in. (142.3cm.) high
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