A BUILDER’S MIRROR-BACK HALF MODEL FOR THE S.S. SEA VALOUR BUILT BY S.P. AUSTIN & SON, SUNDERLAND, FOR THE DOVER NAVIGATION CO. LTD, 1930
the carved hull with bilge keel, lowered companionway and white painted propeller with lined rudder, red painted deck with white lined hatch covers and painted wood and metal fittings as appropriate, cutaway masts and funnel, fitted open boat in davits, bridge with binnacle over, telegraphs and other details, mounted on front-silvered mirror within glazed case with angled bow/stern mirrors and ivorine builder's plate --14½ x 47in. (37 x 119.5cm.)
S.S. Sea Valour was built by S.P. Austin & Son, Sunderland in 1930 for the Dover Nav. Co. Ltd. and registered 1950 tons. She was bought by the D/S Alf Lindos, Rederi Haugesund Norway in 1946 and renamed Skoghaug. In 1947, on her way from Rotterdam to Oslo carrying a cargo of coals, she sank after an explosion in stormy weather. Of the crew of 27, only one survived. After a diver's examination, it was found that the explosion was caused by an exploding boiler, and not a stray mine as had been suspected.
Sold for £2,480
Estimated at £800 - £1,200
(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)
Condition Report
paint crazed with some bubbling to black top sides, one or two areas of filling. Mirrors in good condition. Some modest wear to case moulding.
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 BUILDER’S MIRROR-BACK HALF MODEL FOR THE S.S. SEA VALOUR BUILT BY S.P. AUSTIN & SON, SUNDERLAND, FOR THE DOVER NAVIGATION CO. LTD, 1930
the carved hull with bilge keel, lowered companionway and white painted propeller with lined rudder, red painted deck with white lined hatch covers and painted wood and metal fittings as appropriate, cutaway masts and funnel, fitted open boat in davits, bridge with binnacle over, telegraphs and other details, mounted on front-silvered mirror within glazed case with angled bow/stern mirrors and ivorine builder's plate --14½ x 47in. (37 x 119.5cm.)
S.S. Sea Valour was built by S.P. Austin & Son, Sunderland in 1930 for the Dover Nav. Co. Ltd. and registered 1950 tons. She was bought by the D/S Alf Lindos, Rederi Haugesund Norway in 1946 and renamed Skoghaug. In 1947, on her way from Rotterdam to Oslo carrying a cargo of coals, she sank after an explosion in stormy weather. Of the crew of 27, only one survived. After a diver's examination, it was found that the explosion was caused by an exploding boiler, and not a stray mine as had been suspected.
Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Untiring), 27th Apr, 2021
Mercantile (Sail) 1-123
Mercantile (Steam) 124-166
Naval (Sail) 170-252
Naval (Steam) 255-339
Navigational & Scientific Instruments 340-395
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