29th Oct, 2014 12:00
Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Wizard)
271
[M] A BUILDER'S MODEL FOR THE CARGO SHIP M.V....
the carved, laminated hull finished in black and pink below the waterline, with painted metal fittings including anchors with studded chain and anchor winch, deck rail, companionways, rigged masts with navigation lamps and derricks, covered lined-boxwood hatches, painted superstructure with bridge and wing bridges with machine guns, funnel, ventilators, davits with fitted lifeboats and carley float on slide and other details, mounted on four turned wooden columns on raised mahogany display base with painted builder's plate, within original glazed mahogany case -- overall measurements 23¼ x 46½ x 15¼in. (66.5 x 118 x 38.7cm.)
A small vessel of 377 tons, Mallard became Norwich Trader in 1948 and Nikolaos in 1965. She was broken up at Aliaga in 1988. This model is a typical wartime production using as much wood and painted metal as possible and is interesting for displaying two pairs of machine guns on her wing bridges and an anti-aircraft gun aft.
This lot will be available for viewing at Imperial Road.
End of Sale
Our next sale will be held in April 2015, for which entries are currently invited.
Sold for £1,364
Estimated at £800 - £1,200
(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)
Condition Report
Structurally in fine overall condition; some dust on top of the covered hatches; black topside paint thinning in areas allowing the pink undercoat to be seen under strong light.
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.
the carved, laminated hull finished in black and pink below the waterline, with painted metal fittings including anchors with studded chain and anchor winch, deck rail, companionways, rigged masts with navigation lamps and derricks, covered lined-boxwood hatches, painted superstructure with bridge and wing bridges with machine guns, funnel, ventilators, davits with fitted lifeboats and carley float on slide and other details, mounted on four turned wooden columns on raised mahogany display base with painted builder's plate, within original glazed mahogany case -- overall measurements 23¼ x 46½ x 15¼in. (66.5 x 118 x 38.7cm.)
A small vessel of 377 tons, Mallard became Norwich Trader in 1948 and Nikolaos in 1965. She was broken up at Aliaga in 1988. This model is a typical wartime production using as much wood and painted metal as possible and is interesting for displaying two pairs of machine guns on her wing bridges and an anti-aircraft gun aft.
This lot will be available for viewing at Imperial Road.
End of Sale
Our next sale will be held in April 2015, for which entries are currently invited.
Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Wizard), 29th Oct, 2014
