JOHN FANNEN (BRITISH, ACT. 1880-1905)
The passenger-cargo ship S.S. 'Queen Wilhelmina' in a choppy sea
Signed and dated '1901' lower left
Oil on canvas
19¾ x 32½in. (50 x 82.5cm.)
The S.S. Queen Wilhelmina, built by Sir James Laing, Sunderland in 1898 and owned at the time of her loss by Furness, Withy & Co. Ltd., Sunderland, was a British steamer of 3,590 tons and had a cruising speed of 12 knots. On May 8th, 1915 on a voyage from Leith to Fowey in ballast, she was torpedoed by the German submarine U9 (the submarine infamous for torpedoing the three cruisers Hogue, Abokir and Cressy in September 1914), 20 miles off Longstone (off Blyth). She was subsequently beached at Bondicarr and declared a total constructive loss. There were no casualties.
Sold for £1,612
Estimated at £600 - £800
(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)
Condition Report
Good original condition in burr maple frame
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.
JOHN FANNEN (BRITISH, ACT. 1880-1905)
The passenger-cargo ship S.S. 'Queen Wilhelmina' in a choppy sea
Signed and dated '1901' lower left
Oil on canvas
19¾ x 32½in. (50 x 82.5cm.)
The S.S. Queen Wilhelmina, built by Sir James Laing, Sunderland in 1898 and owned at the time of her loss by Furness, Withy & Co. Ltd., Sunderland, was a British steamer of 3,590 tons and had a cruising speed of 12 knots. On May 8th, 1915 on a voyage from Leith to Fowey in ballast, she was torpedoed by the German submarine U9 (the submarine infamous for torpedoing the three cruisers Hogue, Abokir and Cressy in September 1914), 20 miles off Longstone (off Blyth). She was subsequently beached at Bondicarr and declared a total constructive loss. There were no casualties.
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
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