25th Apr, 2012 12:00

Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Anzac)

 
  Lot 149
 

149

[M] AN ATTRACTIVE ROLLED SET OF YACHTING SIGNAL...

AN ATTRACTIVE ROLLED SET OF YACHTING SIGNAL FLAGS, C.1902
the brown leather cover inscribed for R.H.Y.C. Dormouse and containing numbered linen pockets each with furled signal flag as appropriate, with coloured request flags between and pocket for signal book below (book missing), the flap inscribed INTERNATIONAL CODE OF SIGNALS -- 51in. (129.5cm.) high, overall

Dormouse was an 11 ton wooden yawl built by A.V. Robertson of Woodbridge for R.E. Dickson of Glemham Hall, Suffolk in 1902. Presumably Mr Dickson was a member of the Royal Harwich Yacht Club.

Sold for £992
Estimated at £500 - £800

(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)


Condition Report
Good overall condition; one rope suspension loop missing, leather now dry but in good order.

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.

 
AN ATTRACTIVE ROLLED SET OF YACHTING SIGNAL FLAGS, C.1902
the brown leather cover inscribed for R.H.Y.C. Dormouse and containing numbered linen pockets each with furled signal flag as appropriate, with coloured request flags between and pocket for signal book below (book missing), the flap inscribed INTERNATIONAL CODE OF SIGNALS -- 51in. (129.5cm.) high, overall

Dormouse was an 11 ton wooden yawl built by A.V. Robertson of Woodbridge for R.E. Dickson of Glemham Hall, Suffolk in 1902. Presumably Mr Dickson was a member of the Royal Harwich Yacht Club.
File Upload

Drag and drop .jpg images here to upload, or click here to select images.