A 19TH-CENTURY-STYLE MERCHANTMAN FIGUREHEAD, 20TH-CENTURY
after the original in the South Street Seaport Museum, carved from a single piece of wood as a bust-length sea captain wearing a cap, stock, red tail coat and sporting mutton chop whiskers, iron loop behind, mounted on a later, angled wooden base -- 75in. (190.5cm.) high overall

Provenance: James D. Julia, 25 August, 2011, lot 3106.

This lot will be available for viewing at Imperial Road.

Condition Report
Shrinkage cracks, worn paint, some loose sections.

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.