A LOUNGE TABLE BY G.T. RACKSTRAW, WORCESTER FOR THE SECOND CLASS LOUNGE OF R.M.S. QUEEN MARY, CIRCA 1936
with a fixed square top, central squared standard support with chamfer details, atop a similarly shaped base with metal trim -- 28.5 x 27 x 27in (72.4 x 68.5 x 68.5cm.)
By descent from one of the employees of the manufacturer, G.T. Rackstraw of Worcester.
This table was made for the 2nd Class passenger lounges for the Cunard White Star Liner. However too many were ordered so a number were returned to G.T. Rackstraw and subsequently offered to staff.
Sold for £1,984
Estimated at £400 - £600
(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)
A LOUNGE TABLE BY G.T. RACKSTRAW, WORCESTER FOR THE SECOND CLASS LOUNGE OF R.M.S. QUEEN MARY, CIRCA 1936
with a fixed square top, central squared standard support with chamfer details, atop a similarly shaped base with metal trim -- 28.5 x 27 x 27in (72.4 x 68.5 x 68.5cm.)
By descent from one of the employees of the manufacturer, G.T. Rackstraw of Worcester.
This table was made for the 2nd Class passenger lounges for the Cunard White Star Liner. However too many were ordered so a number were returned to G.T. Rackstraw and subsequently offered to staff.
Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (HIGHFLYER), 14th Nov, 2023
60
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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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