Four Clockwork Boats by Fleischmann and Carette Germany, circa 1910–1930

Featuring a "Half Moon" cruiser by Fleischmann or Carette, the hull finished in dark green and black, the deck fitted with small superstructure amidships surmounted by oversized single funnel, a slightly later Carette cruiser finished in grey and cream with three oval funnels, a grey Fleischmann gunboat with three funnels and shaped superstructure fitted with two guns and a restored Fleischmann gunboat finished in grey and trimmed with black and white accents,  with a shaped superstructure fitted with three white funnels trimmed in red. All have clockwork mechanisms concealed in hull.



 



Lengths range from 12 to 15 inches

'Half Moon' has a missing mast and has minor wear and flaking, the Carette cruiser has one cowl vent and mast missing, some overpaint, and extensive flaking and wear. Another Fleischmann gunboat has fore mast and boat stand missing and has some flaking to paint. The last Fleischmann gunboat has been repainted.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. 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 Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.