29th Apr, 2025 10:00

Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (INFLEXIBLE)

 
  Lot 8
 

8

[M] A SAILOR'S MODEL OF THE TOP SAIL SCHOONER C&F NURSE OF BRIDGWATER, CIRCA 1910

A SAILOR'S MODEL OF THE TOP SAIL SCHOONER C&F NURSE OF BRIDGWATER, CIRCA 1910

the 11in. hull carved from the solid and finished in company colours, wooden deck with simple carved fittings, masts with yards, standing and running rigging, mounted on display base within Plexiglass case -- 16 x 20½ x 10in. (40.5 x 52 x 25.5cm.); together with three modern oil on canvas board paintings by Eric Aldridge of Nurse Brothers' ships comprising the C&F Nurse (2) and the Sunshine -- 17½ x 23in. (44.5 x 58.5cm.) each

(4)

The Nurse shipping family of Bridgwater, Somerset and thence by descent to Lewis James (Jim) Nurse MBE (1928 - 2018).

Sold for £347
Estimated at £200 - £300

(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)


Condition Report

together with the book "The Nurse Family of Bridgwater and Their Ships" by James Nurse, 1999.

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 SAILOR'S MODEL OF THE TOP SAIL SCHOONER C&F NURSE OF BRIDGWATER, CIRCA 1910

the 11in. hull carved from the solid and finished in company colours, wooden deck with simple carved fittings, masts with yards, standing and running rigging, mounted on display base within Plexiglass case -- 16 x 20½ x 10in. (40.5 x 52 x 25.5cm.); together with three modern oil on canvas board paintings by Eric Aldridge of Nurse Brothers' ships comprising the C&F Nurse (2) and the Sunshine -- 17½ x 23in. (44.5 x 58.5cm.) each

(4)

The Nurse shipping family of Bridgwater, Somerset and thence by descent to Lewis James (Jim) Nurse MBE (1928 - 2018).

Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (INFLEXIBLE), 29th Apr, 2025

 

Page turning catalogue here

Downloadable bid form here

Saleroom notice here

 

ORDER OF SALE :

Mercantile Sail: lots 1-47

Mercantile Steam: lots 49-129

Naval Sail: lots 135-197

Naval Steam: lots 200-291

Navigation & Scientific Instruments: lots 292-307

 

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We regret we are unable to offer telephone bidding for this sale

 

POST-SALE SHIPPERS 

Part & Parcel / shipping@partandparceluk.com / Tel: +44 (0)1252 545611

Alban Shipping / info@albanshipping.co.uk / Tel: +44 (0) 1582 493099

 

 

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