A HALF BLOCK BUILDER’S MODEL FOR THE S.S. VINCENT, BUILT BY MACKIE & THOMSON FOR BOOTH SS CO. LTD. 1910

the 44in. hull carved from ½in. laminated yellow pine with gilt brass propeller and ebonised topsides, lined and lacquered decks, hatches and superstructure with silvered fittings as appropriate, cut-away masts and funnel, mounted on a display board within original glazed case with manuscript builder’s plate and two finials. Overall measurements -- 19½ x 57in. (49.5 x 145cm.)

Condition Report

Model in good overall condition, only lifeboats lines have parted; the case is somewhat fragile and the finial threads no longer connect. Back board appears to be original.

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