A BUILDER'S HALF MODEL FOR A DRIFTER, CIRCA 1900
the carved yellow pine hull with ebonized box sides and stringing and gilt propeller, plain decks with wooden fittings including anchor davits, cleats, cut away masts with silk swallow tail flags, net trawling gear, coal chute covers, superstructure with ink lining, ventilators with red interiors, ship's boat in davits, mounted on display board within original glazed case with decorative top rail carved with the national symbols of roses, thistles, clover and inscribed SHJ on central cartouche -- 19 x 39 x 7¼in. (48 x 99 x 18.5cm.)
Sold for £868
Estimated at £500 - £800
(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)
Condition Report
overall fine condition
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 BUILDER'S HALF MODEL FOR A DRIFTER, CIRCA 1900
the carved yellow pine hull with ebonized box sides and stringing and gilt propeller, plain decks with wooden fittings including anchor davits, cleats, cut away masts with silk swallow tail flags, net trawling gear, coal chute covers, superstructure with ink lining, ventilators with red interiors, ship's boat in davits, mounted on display board within original glazed case with decorative top rail carved with the national symbols of roses, thistles, clover and inscribed SHJ on central cartouche -- 19 x 39 x 7¼in. (48 x 99 x 18.5cm.)
Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (HIGHFLYER), 14th Nov, 2023
60
Page turning catalogue here
Downloadable bid form here
Saleroom notice here
PRICE LIST WITH BUYERS PREMIUM HERE
HAMMER PRICE LIST HERE
Order of Sale:
Mercantile Sail 1-41
Mercantile Steam 42-103
Naval Sail 104-163
Naval Steam 164-211
Navigational & Scientific Instruments 214-270
You will not be able to bid in person for this sale, however, there are a number of ways you can still participate:
We regret we are unable to offer telephone bidding for this sale
Shippers
Part & Parcel / shipping@partandparceluk.com / Tel: +44 (0)1252 545611
Alban Shipping / info@albanshipping.co.uk / Tel: +44 (0) 1582 493099
Viewing
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