30th Oct, 2013 12:00

Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Powerful)

 
  Lot 142
 

142

[M] Ø A WOODEN CHEST OF SAILMAKER'S TOOLS AND...

Ø A WOODEN CHEST OF SAILMAKER'S TOOLS AND ACCESSORIES
comprising ten lignum vitae serving mallets, six lignum vitae fids, with two more in oak and fruitwood, three lignum vitae deadeyes, a pair of oak and steel dividers, two leather palm-protectors, a net repair tool, two steel fids and a caulking mallet, largely contained within a metal-bound oak tool chest with drop handles, retailed by the Army & Navy, stencilled inside lid Army & Navy -- chest measurements 7 x 20 x 10½in. (18 x 51 x 27cm.)

Sold for £558
Estimated at £400 - £600

(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)


Condition Report
Contents: showing signs of usage and wear, as appropriate for age; overall condition is fine with typical signs of wear and usage, some serving mallets with very worn heads, one fid tip chipped.

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.

 
Ø A WOODEN CHEST OF SAILMAKER'S TOOLS AND ACCESSORIES
comprising ten lignum vitae serving mallets, six lignum vitae fids, with two more in oak and fruitwood, three lignum vitae deadeyes, a pair of oak and steel dividers, two leather palm-protectors, a net repair tool, two steel fids and a caulking mallet, largely contained within a metal-bound oak tool chest with drop handles, retailed by the Army & Navy, stencilled inside lid Army & Navy -- chest measurements 7 x 20 x 10½in. (18 x 51 x 27cm.)
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