29th Oct, 2014 12:00

Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Wizard)

 
  Lot 253
 

253

[M] AN EARLY 19TH-CENTURY NAPOLEONIC FRENCH PRISONER-OF-WAR BOXWOOD SHIP MODEL

AN EARLY 19TH-CENTURY NAPOLEONIC FRENCH PRISONER-OF-WAR BOXWOOD SHIP MODEL
for a three-deck ship-of-the-line, carved 5in. hull with ebonised wales, cannon, red port lids, figurehead and decorated stern, scored decks with fittings including capstan, well deck with long boat, water casks, gratings, compass box and saloon lights, masts with standing and running rigging with paper sails, mounted on hexagonal display base with wooden balustrade and carved decoration, under glass dome cover. Overall -- 12 x 10in. (30.5 x 25.5cm.)

Estimated at £1,000 - £1,500

Condition Report

Restoration, overall condition is good; dome a later association.

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.

 

AN EARLY 19TH-CENTURY NAPOLEONIC FRENCH PRISONER-OF-WAR BOXWOOD SHIP MODEL
for a three-deck ship-of-the-line, carved 5in. hull with ebonised wales, cannon, red port lids, figurehead and decorated stern, scored decks with fittings including capstan, well deck with long boat, water casks, gratings, compass box and saloon lights, masts with standing and running rigging with paper sails, mounted on hexagonal display base with wooden balustrade and carved decoration, under glass dome cover. Overall -- 12 x 10in. (30.5 x 25.5cm.)

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