6th Nov, 2018 11:00
Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art ('Speedy')
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[M] A RARE MINER'S DIAL BY WILLIAM WILTON, CORNWALL, CIRCA 1880
A RARE MINER'S DIAL BY WILLIAM WILTON, CORNWALL, CIRCA 1880
constructed in lacquered brass and mahogany, with 8¼in. telescope and bubble level mounted on hinged bracket over silvered compass with 4in. dial signed as per title with thumb-screw operation underneath, set in mahogany drum on brass swivelling base with quick release clamp, secured to adjustable tri-form base, (restoration, some components replaced)-- 12in. (30.5cm.) high; together with a lacquered brass plumb bob
Sold for £521
Estimated at £400 - £600
(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)
A RARE MINER'S DIAL BY WILLIAM WILTON, CORNWALL, CIRCA 1880
constructed in lacquered brass and mahogany, with 8¼in. telescope and bubble level mounted on hinged bracket over silvered compass with 4in. dial signed as per title with thumb-screw operation underneath, set in mahogany drum on brass swivelling base with quick release clamp, secured to adjustable tri-form base, (restoration, some components replaced)-- 12in. (30.5cm.) high; together with a lacquered brass plumb bob
Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art ('Speedy'), 6th Nov, 2018
Page turning catalogue here
Downloadable bid form here
Main View and Sale Venue:
25 Blythe Road
London, W14 0PD
Large Object View and Post-Sale Collection:
6 Imperial Studios
3-11 Imperial Road
London, SW6 2AG
Press enquiries: Suzanne Trisk press@charlesmillerltd.com
Viewing
Saturday, 3rd November
(12noon-5pm)
Sunday, 4th November
(12noon-5pm)
Monday, 5th November
(10am-5pm)
Tuesday, 6th November
(10am-11am - limited view only)
