31st Oct, 2012 12:00

Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Cochrane)

 
  Lot 265
 

265

[M] A WELL-PRESENTED FRENCH NAPOLEONIC...

A WELL-PRESENTED FRENCH NAPOLEONIC PRISONER-OF-WAR-STYLE MINIATURE BONE MODEL FOR A 64-GUN THIRD RATE SHIP
with carved 3-inch long hull, ebony wales, guns with open gun ports, warrior-form figurehead, carved stern and quarter galleries, simple deck fittings, fully rigged masts, yards and stun's'l booms with bone blocks, mounted on a bone base secured to ebonised case with glazed cover -- 5¼in. (13.3cm.) square

Sold for £1,488
Estimated at £600 - £800

(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)


Condition Report
Fine condition overall.

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 WELL-PRESENTED FRENCH NAPOLEONIC PRISONER-OF-WAR-STYLE MINIATURE BONE MODEL FOR A 64-GUN THIRD RATE SHIP
with carved 3-inch long hull, ebony wales, guns with open gun ports, warrior-form figurehead, carved stern and quarter galleries, simple deck fittings, fully rigged masts, yards and stun's'l booms with bone blocks, mounted on a bone base secured to ebonised case with glazed cover -- 5¼in. (13.3cm.) square
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