A BUILDER’S HALF-BLOCK MODEL FOR THE BARQUE PEACE BUILT FOR MEAR & SON BY CARR OF SUNDERLAND, 1870
the 33in. hull carved from ¾in. laminated yellow pine with contrasting topsides and hollowed out with pine cover board, anchor strake, brass lined porthole inscribed to main deck PEACE in ink -- 7 x 34in. (18 x 86.5cm.) overall
Provenance: Monkwearmouth Historical Society, deaccessioned 2017
Sold for £744
Estimated at £600 - £800
(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)
Condition Report
good overall condition, somewhat faded with two or three small plugged holes near keel, but probably done by the modeller
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 HALF-BLOCK MODEL FOR THE BARQUE PEACE BUILT FOR MEAR & SON BY CARR OF SUNDERLAND, 1870
the 33in. hull carved from ¾in. laminated yellow pine with contrasting topsides and hollowed out with pine cover board, anchor strake, brass lined porthole inscribed to main deck PEACE in ink -- 7 x 34in. (18 x 86.5cm.) overall
Provenance: Monkwearmouth Historical Society, deaccessioned 2017
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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Printed catalogues available at £20 (+P&P)
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