30th Apr, 2019 11:00

Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art ('Hesperus')

 
  Lot 254
 

254

[M] A TRAVEL AGENT'S WATERLINE MODEL FOR THE S.S. AMERICA, CIRCA 1960

A TRAVEL AGENT'S WATERLINE MODEL FOR THE S.S. AMERICA, CIRCA 1960

the 42in. carved and painted hull with drilled port holes, lined decks with some simple fittings, raised superstructure with covered lifeboats in davits, swimming pool with deck chairs, twin masts and liveried funnels, mounted on a shaped plexiglass blue sea on wooden display base with laminated plate with brass bound glazed cover -- 13 x 49½ x 9in. (33 x 126 x 23cm.)

This lot will be available for viewing at Imperial Road

Sold for £620
Estimated at £800 - £1,200

(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)


Condition Report

Sympathetically refurbished, later glass cover.

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.

 

A TRAVEL AGENT'S WATERLINE MODEL FOR THE S.S. AMERICA, CIRCA 1960

the 42in. carved and painted hull with drilled port holes, lined decks with some simple fittings, raised superstructure with covered lifeboats in davits, swimming pool with deck chairs, twin masts and liveried funnels, mounted on a shaped plexiglass blue sea on wooden display base with laminated plate with brass bound glazed cover -- 13 x 49½ x 9in. (33 x 126 x 23cm.)

This lot will be available for viewing at Imperial Road

Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art ('Hesperus'), 30th Apr, 2019

Pictures and Naval - 1-61

Sailor Art - 65-97

Shipwreck and East India Co. - 100-125

Collectables inc. Rowing, Liner and Fittings - 128-167

Instruments 170-249

Ship Models - 250-287

 

Viewing

Saturday, 27th April 
(12noon - 5pm)

Sunday, 28th April
(12noon - 5pm)

Monday, 29th April
(10am - 5pm)

Tuesday, 30th April
(10am - 11am (limited view only))

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