7th Jul, 2020 10:00

Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Unshaken)

 
  Lot 175
 

175

[M] A 1:75 SCALE BUILDER'S STYLE MODEL OF THE AUSTRALIA-NEW ZEALAND PASSENGER/CARGO SHIP S.S. MAHENO [1905]

A 1:75 SCALE BUILDER'S STYLE MODEL OF THE AUSTRALIA-NEW ZEALAND PASSENGER/CARGO SHIP S.S. MAHENO [1905]

with laminated and carved hull, planked decks, with details including wood-capped deck rails, anchor winches with chains, companionways, polished brass ventilators and other metal work, derricks, two covered, and nine fitted lifeboats in davits, stayed funnels, racked masts with standing and running rigging and other details, mounted on a light wooden base with specification plate, overall measurements -- 26 x 63in. (66 x 160cm.)

Built by Denny Bros. for the Union S.S. Co. of New Zealand, Maheno was a 5200 ton passenger / cargo ship measuring 400 x 50 x 23ft with three shaft turbines delivering a cruising speed of just over 16kts. Entering service in 1905, she was employed on routes between Sydney and Melbourne via ports in New Zealand and Hobart, Tasmania and also made regular voyages between Sydney and Vancouver. In World War One she was converted to a hospital ship and saw service at Anzac Cove in the Gallipoli Campaign. She resumed her commercial role after 1918 and was under tow to Japan for breaking in 1935 when the line snapped and she was wrecked on the beach at Fraser Island. Despite being used as a target for aerial bombing, she remained largely complete and became something of a tourist attraction with aspects still visible to date.

Sold for £4,340
Estimated at £2,000 - £3,000

(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)


Condition Report

2 or 3 lines of loose rigging. 2 propeller blades detached. Starboard foreward boarding companionway missing 2-3 steps with loose hand rail.

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 1:75 SCALE BUILDER'S STYLE MODEL OF THE AUSTRALIA-NEW ZEALAND PASSENGER/CARGO SHIP S.S. MAHENO [1905]

with laminated and carved hull, planked decks, with details including wood-capped deck rails, anchor winches with chains, companionways, polished brass ventilators and other metal work, derricks, two covered, and nine fitted lifeboats in davits, stayed funnels, racked masts with standing and running rigging and other details, mounted on a light wooden base with specification plate, overall measurements -- 26 x 63in. (66 x 160cm.)

Built by Denny Bros. for the Union S.S. Co. of New Zealand, Maheno was a 5200 ton passenger / cargo ship measuring 400 x 50 x 23ft with three shaft turbines delivering a cruising speed of just over 16kts. Entering service in 1905, she was employed on routes between Sydney and Melbourne via ports in New Zealand and Hobart, Tasmania and also made regular voyages between Sydney and Vancouver. In World War One she was converted to a hospital ship and saw service at Anzac Cove in the Gallipoli Campaign. She resumed her commercial role after 1918 and was under tow to Japan for breaking in 1935 when the line snapped and she was wrecked on the beach at Fraser Island. Despite being used as a target for aerial bombing, she remained largely complete and became something of a tourist attraction with aspects still visible to date.

Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Unshaken), 7th Jul, 2020

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