AN ATTRACTIVE AND FINELY RESTORED EARLY 19TH-CENTURY FRENCH NAPOLEONIC FRENCH PRISONER-OF-WAR BONE SHIP MODEL
representing a three-deck 90-gun Third Rate ship of the line, with planked and pinned hull, ebonised wales, brass guns with red port lids, finely carved warrior-form figurehead, bow and stern decoration, scored decks with fittings including capstan, belfry, water casks, gratings, well deck, deck lights, chicken coops etc, bound masts with yards, s'tun'sl booms, double dolphin striker and boomkins with standing and running rigging, bone blocks and tackle, streamer and ensign, mounted on 'sun-burst' inlaid base with carved railings and polychrome 'Jack Tar' corner guards, contained within glazed dome cover on cloth-covered base. Measurements overall -- 11 x 16 x 10in. (28 x x 40.5 x 25.5cm.)

Condition Report
Finely restored overall, re-rigged, replaced blocks, some replaced components, cloth base faded.

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.