30th Apr, 2019 11:00
Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art ('Hesperus')
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[M] A 19TH CENTURY MUSICAL ROCKING SHIP AUTOMATON
A 19TH CENTURY MUSICAL ROCKING SHIP AUTOMATON
the 7in. wood and card model of the paddle steamer Victoria with rotating paddles, twin funnels with cotton wool smoke, paper sails with standing and running rigging, set in a waterline painted paper sea in wooden base with single turn musical movement and stop/start levers for the action with pull-cord winding, with glazed dome cover with painted harbour scene back drop – 16 x 19 x 8in. (40.5 x 48 x 20cm.)
Sold for £806
Estimated at £600 - £800
(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)
A 19TH CENTURY MUSICAL ROCKING SHIP AUTOMATON
the 7in. wood and card model of the paddle steamer Victoria with rotating paddles, twin funnels with cotton wool smoke, paper sails with standing and running rigging, set in a waterline painted paper sea in wooden base with single turn musical movement and stop/start levers for the action with pull-cord winding, with glazed dome cover with painted harbour scene back drop – 16 x 19 x 8in. (40.5 x 48 x 20cm.)
Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art ('Hesperus'), 30th Apr, 2019
Pictures and Naval - 1-61
Sailor Art - 65-97
Shipwreck and East India Co. - 100-125
Collectables inc. Rowing, Liner and Fittings - 128-167
Instruments 170-249
Ship Models - 250-287
Viewing
Saturday, 27th April
(12noon - 5pm)
Sunday, 28th April
(12noon - 5pm)
Monday, 29th April
(10am - 5pm)
Tuesday, 30th April
(10am - 11am (limited view only))
