30th Apr, 2014 12:00

Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Seraph)

 
  Lot 95
 

95

[M] AN INTERESTING SEAMAN'S PHOTOGRAPH ALBUM FROM...

AN INTERESTING SEAMAN'S PHOTOGRAPH ALBUM FROM H.M.S. EURYALUS, 1940-44 APPROXIMATELY
containing numerous images including direct hits of warships, German paratroops, Junkers dive bombers in action, guns firing, crew preparing ammunition, air attacks on Malta convoys, prisoners of war, the sinking of the Italian cruiser Bartolomi by H.M.A.S. Sydney, the sinking of H.M.S. Gloucester and others mixed in with shore side photographs of locations including Alexandria and Palestine, pasted onto black card pages with white India ink titles, contained within black cloth album embossed H.M.S. EURYALUS -- 9½ x 12in. (24 x 30.5cm.)

Sold for £310
Estimated at £250 - £400

(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)


Condition Report
Photographs are mostly in fine condition throughout; covers have scuffing and wear.

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 INTERESTING SEAMAN'S PHOTOGRAPH ALBUM FROM H.M.S. EURYALUS, 1940-44 APPROXIMATELY
containing numerous images including direct hits of warships, German paratroops, Junkers dive bombers in action, guns firing, crew preparing ammunition, air attacks on Malta convoys, prisoners of war, the sinking of the Italian cruiser Bartolomi by H.M.A.S. Sydney, the sinking of H.M.S. Gloucester and others mixed in with shore side photographs of locations including Alexandria and Palestine, pasted onto black card pages with white India ink titles, contained within black cloth album embossed H.M.S. EURYALUS -- 9½ x 12in. (24 x 30.5cm.)
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