A BUILDER'S MODEL FOR M.S. ECUADOR BUILT BY HELSINGOR VAERFT, ELSINORE FOR DET FORENEDE, 1955
laminated and carved 80in. hull, with boarding in the companion ways and Plimsoll marks, red painted decks with painted metal fittings, including anchors with studded chains, hatch covers with guides and chains, rigged derricks, painted superstructure with laminated deck with binnacle and range finder, horn escutcheons, covered lifeboats with davits, liveried funnel, emergency helm and Danish flag, mounted on brass columns to display base with builder's plate and glass cover -- 27½ x 88½ x 16in. (70 x 225 x 40.5cm.)
Sold for £8,060
Estimated at £3,000 - £4,000
(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)
Condition Report
Good overall condition. Model is understood to have received some sympathetic restoration
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 BUILDER'S MODEL FOR M.S. ECUADOR BUILT BY HELSINGOR VAERFT, ELSINORE FOR DET FORENEDE, 1955
laminated and carved 80in. hull, with boarding in the companion ways and Plimsoll marks, red painted decks with painted metal fittings, including anchors with studded chains, hatch covers with guides and chains, rigged derricks, painted superstructure with laminated deck with binnacle and range finder, horn escutcheons, covered lifeboats with davits, liveried funnel, emergency helm and Danish flag, mounted on brass columns to display base with builder's plate and glass cover -- 27½ x 88½ x 16in. (70 x 225 x 40.5cm.)
Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (HIGHFLYER), 14th Nov, 2023
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Page turning catalogue here
Downloadable bid form here
Saleroom notice here
PRICE LIST WITH BUYERS PREMIUM HERE
HAMMER PRICE LIST HERE
Order of Sale:
Mercantile Sail 1-41
Mercantile Steam 42-103
Naval Sail 104-163
Naval Steam 164-211
Navigational & Scientific Instruments 214-270
You will not be able to bid in person for this sale, however, there are a number of ways you can still participate:
We regret we are unable to offer telephone bidding for this sale
Shippers
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