WILLIAM MINSHALL BIRCHALL (BRITISH, 1884-1941)

The Orient Liner 'Ophir' off Tilbury

Signed 'Wm Birchall' and dated '1911', inscribed with title

watercolour heightened with white

11 x 9in. (28 x 22cm.)

Ophir was chartered as a temporary Royal Yacht to accommodate the vast suite needed by George V to visit India and participate in the magnificent Coronation Durbar at Delhi in 1911. Despite the date, this picture shows the ship in her regular Orient Line livery.

Condition Report

Background faded and time stained. Might clean up.

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.