A BUILDER'S MODEL FOR THE CARGO SHIP M.V. SENIORITY, BUILT BY THE GOOLE SHIPBUILDING & REPAIRING CO. FOR F.T. EVERARD & SONS LTD, 1951

built by Sinclair Model Engineering Co., the laminated and carved hull finished in green below the waterline and cream above, with silvered decks with green covered hatches, with silvered and painted fittings as appropriate, including anchors with winches, deck-rails, bitts, companionways, fitted glazed bridge with binnacle and helm and binnacle over, stove pipe, single lanyards and wireless aerial, mast with navigation lights, the aft with livered funnel, covered boats in davits, lifebuoys and other details, mounted on four turned gilt brass columns to raised display base with maker's plate and engraved plexiglass builder's plate within original glazed wooden case with feet -- overall measurements: 34 x 68 x 18½in. (86.5 x 173 x 47cm.)

Provenance: Fred Everard to employee Mr Birthright, and thence by descent

This lot will be available for viewing at Imperial Road

Provenance: Fred Everard to employee Mr Birthright, and thence by descent

Condition Report

Fine original condition overall, good paint and rigging etc. The aft boom has dislodged (visible in catalogue image) and would be easy to re-seat.

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.