30th Oct, 2013 12:00

Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Powerful)

 
  Lot 337
 

337

[M] A CONTEMPORARY SCALE MODEL OF THE RACING...

A CONTEMPORARY SCALE MODEL OF THE RACING HYDROPLANE MISS ENGLAND
the hull carved from the solid and painted white with red lining and black underside, pinned wooden gun wale, air intake, lined engine hatch with wing nuts, fitted cockpit with seats, steering wheel, dials etc., engine compartment rudder with yoke and steering wires, mounted on a single carved oak column within glazed display case, with ivorine plaque inscribed SIR HENRY SEAGRAVE MEMORIAL TROPHY OF BARRY YACHT CLUB half-size replica presented to the second winner A.R.H. Fedden at the Roath Park Lake, Cardiff 2nd June 1934... -- cased measurements 9 x 20 x 10in. (23 x 51 x 25.5cm.); together with an oil on board after Roy Nockolds (1911-1979) of Miss England on a speed trial on a lake -- 29½ x 19½in. (75 x 49.5cm.)
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Sold for £868
Estimated at £400 - £600

(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)


Condition Report
Top glass missing to case; model slightly dusty; painted silk flag parted.

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 CONTEMPORARY SCALE MODEL OF THE RACING HYDROPLANE MISS ENGLAND
the hull carved from the solid and painted white with red lining and black underside, pinned wooden gun wale, air intake, lined engine hatch with wing nuts, fitted cockpit with seats, steering wheel, dials etc., engine compartment rudder with yoke and steering wires, mounted on a single carved oak column within glazed display case, with ivorine plaque inscribed SIR HENRY SEAGRAVE MEMORIAL TROPHY OF BARRY YACHT CLUB half-size replica presented to the second winner A.R.H. Fedden at the Roath Park Lake, Cardiff 2nd June 1934... -- cased measurements 9 x 20 x 10in. (23 x 51 x 25.5cm.); together with an oil on board after Roy Nockolds (1911-1979) of Miss England on a speed trial on a lake -- 29½ x 19½in. (75 x 49.5cm.)
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