20th Apr, 2011 12:00
Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Princess)
230
[M] A RARE GERMAN WWII-PERIOD S-BOAT...
A RARE GERMAN WWII-PERIOD S-BOAT [SCHNELLBOOTE] COMPASS BY C. PLATH, HAMBURG
the 7in. ring card signed as per title and contained within a liquid-filled dome with outer substantial brass compass ring counter signed and numbered 8539, Kriegsmarine emblem and number 5088, Plath trademark, and gimbal ring supports -- 12 x 14in. (30.5 x 35.5cm.)
The extraordinary conditions under which the Schnellboote served demanded an extraordinary compass. Plath came up with this distinctive model, designed to remain steady and true whilst being buffeted and drenched in remorseless circumstances. The result introduced a design which is now, in essence, the standard form of compass for modern yachts.
the 7in. ring card signed as per title and contained within a liquid-filled dome with outer substantial brass compass ring counter signed and numbered 8539, Kriegsmarine emblem and number 5088, Plath trademark, and gimbal ring supports -- 12 x 14in. (30.5 x 35.5cm.)
The extraordinary conditions under which the Schnellboote served demanded an extraordinary compass. Plath came up with this distinctive model, designed to remain steady and true whilst being buffeted and drenched in remorseless circumstances. The result introduced a design which is now, in essence, the standard form of compass for modern yachts.
Sold for £1,612
Estimated at £700 - £900
(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)
A RARE GERMAN WWII-PERIOD S-BOAT [SCHNELLBOOTE] COMPASS BY C. PLATH, HAMBURG
the 7in. ring card signed as per title and contained within a liquid-filled dome with outer substantial brass compass ring counter signed and numbered 8539, Kriegsmarine emblem and number 5088, Plath trademark, and gimbal ring supports -- 12 x 14in. (30.5 x 35.5cm.)
The extraordinary conditions under which the Schnellboote served demanded an extraordinary compass. Plath came up with this distinctive model, designed to remain steady and true whilst being buffeted and drenched in remorseless circumstances. The result introduced a design which is now, in essence, the standard form of compass for modern yachts.
the 7in. ring card signed as per title and contained within a liquid-filled dome with outer substantial brass compass ring counter signed and numbered 8539, Kriegsmarine emblem and number 5088, Plath trademark, and gimbal ring supports -- 12 x 14in. (30.5 x 35.5cm.)
The extraordinary conditions under which the Schnellboote served demanded an extraordinary compass. Plath came up with this distinctive model, designed to remain steady and true whilst being buffeted and drenched in remorseless circumstances. The result introduced a design which is now, in essence, the standard form of compass for modern yachts.
Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Princess), 20th Apr, 2011
