1st Nov, 2022 10:00

Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Gloriana)

 
  Lot 9
 

9

δ [M] ELLING TRONNES (AMERICAN, 1870-1965) - THE NORWEGIAN TRAINING SAIL SHIP 'SØRLANDET'

ELLING TRONNES (AMERICAN, 1870-1965)

The Norwegian training sail ship 'Sørlandet'

Oil on canvas

Signed E. Tronnes (lower right), and inscribed behind with presentation inscription from the artist Christmas 1940'; remnants of artist's label to stretcher

19½ x 25in. (49.5 x 63.5cm.)

Completed in 1927, the 499 ton Sørlandet has, with a small break in World War II when she was used as an accommodation ship for U-Boat crews, been a sale training ship all her life. After several restorations, most recently in 2012, she is still afloat and training cadets.

Sold for £310
Estimated at £300 - £500

(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)


Condition Report

Needs to be cleaned, slight small puncture top right

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.

 

ELLING TRONNES (AMERICAN, 1870-1965)

The Norwegian training sail ship 'Sørlandet'

Oil on canvas

Signed E. Tronnes (lower right), and inscribed behind with presentation inscription from the artist Christmas 1940'; remnants of artist's label to stretcher

19½ x 25in. (49.5 x 63.5cm.)

Completed in 1927, the 499 ton Sørlandet has, with a small break in World War II when she was used as an accommodation ship for U-Boat crews, been a sale training ship all her life. After several restorations, most recently in 2012, she is still afloat and training cadets.

Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Gloriana), 1st Nov, 2022

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Saleroom notice 

Order of Sale:

Mercantile (Sail & Yachting) 1-57B
Mercantile (Steam) 58-112
Naval (Sail) 115-202
Naval (Steam) 205-319
Navigational & Scientific Instruments 325-353

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Shippers 

Pack & Send (Spitalfields branch) / spitalfields@packsend.co.uk / Tel: +44 (0)20 7078 9860

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

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