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Märklin "Hoche" Clockwork Gunboat Germany, circa 1912
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- tin, paint
Upper hull is finished in black divided by red piping marked "Hoche" on either side of the bow, painted red at keel. Deck details include single fore funnel, circular captain's walk with stairs, two guns and two lifeboats on davits in addition to a captain's wheel at stern.
Length: 20 inches
Length: 20 inches
Condition
Two masts and davits, lifeboats, turret gun and cover assembly replaced; funnel repainted; swivel gun and mast and motor missing; overpaint to deck, railing and rudder wheel replaced; wear to hull. Mechanism missing. Please note that the stand is not for sale and will not accompany the lot.
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.
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.