30th Apr, 2014 12:00

Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Seraph)

 
  Lot 94
 

94

[M] AN HISTORICALLY INTERESTING BUILDER'S...

AN HISTORICALLY INTERESTING BUILDER'S PHOTOGRAPH ALBUM FOR THE ROYAL YACHT BRITANNIA ISSUED BY JOHN BROWN & CO. LTD., CIRCA 1953
comprising approximately seventy 10 x 8in. black and white photographs showing the vessel before, during and after construction, each dated and numbered, together with a further eight loose images showing rooms fitted and ready for use, contained within a quarter calf cloth album, stencilled JOHN BROWN & CO LTD NO. 691 -- 9 x 11¾in. (23 x 30cm.)

Sold for £1,612
Estimated at £1,200 - £1,800

(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)


Condition Report
Images largely in excellent overall condition, two or three have a crease on the lower right corner where they have been rubbed against a shelf; spine is missing one securing screw.

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.

 
AN HISTORICALLY INTERESTING BUILDER'S PHOTOGRAPH ALBUM FOR THE ROYAL YACHT BRITANNIA ISSUED BY JOHN BROWN & CO. LTD., CIRCA 1953
comprising approximately seventy 10 x 8in. black and white photographs showing the vessel before, during and after construction, each dated and numbered, together with a further eight loose images showing rooms fitted and ready for use, contained within a quarter calf cloth album, stencilled JOHN BROWN & CO LTD NO. 691 -- 9 x 11¾in. (23 x 30cm.)
File Upload

Drag and drop .jpg images here to upload, or click here to select images.