AN EXCEPTIONAL SILVER-MOUNTED DRAWING SET ETUI BY BENJAMIN MARTIN, CIRCA 1760
the scissor protractor and folding rule signed and inscribed Made by B. Martin in Fleet Street London, together with a full complete of instruments including compasses, dividers etc., contained in a fitted silver mounted shagreen case -- 7in. (18cm.) high
Sold for £4,960
Estimated at £6,000 - £8,000
(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)
AN EXCEPTIONAL SILVER-MOUNTED DRAWING SET ETUI BY BENJAMIN MARTIN, CIRCA 1760
the scissor protractor and folding rule signed and inscribed Made by B. Martin in Fleet Street London, together with a full complete of instruments including compasses, dividers etc., contained in a fitted silver mounted shagreen case -- 7in. (18cm.) high
Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art ('Speedy'), 6th Nov, 2018
Page turning catalogue here
Downloadable bid form here
Main View and Sale Venue:
25 Blythe Road
London, W14 0PD
Large Object View and Post-Sale Collection:
6 Imperial Studios
3-11 Imperial Road
London, SW6 2AG
Press enquiries: Suzanne Trisk press@charlesmillerltd.com
Viewing
Saturday, 3rd November
(12noon-5pm)
Sunday, 4th November
(12noon-5pm)
Monday, 5th November
(10am-5pm)
Tuesday, 6th November
(10am-11am - limited view only)