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Bing "L'Antonio" Live Steam Gunboat Germany, circa 1920
Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 USD
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Description
- tin, paint
Live steam flying under British colors, this boat features a rotating turret with armored surround at bow. Additional features include twin masts, twin funnels, four ventilators, two lifeboats, raised observation platform and revolving turret, cowl vent and ship's wheel operating rudder at stern. Four guns mounted on grey hull over red keel. Bow fitted with scrolling figurehead and marked "L'Antonio" on either side. Fitted with horizontal burner with original burner.
Length: 21 inches
Length: 21 inches
Condition
Repainted; with replaced deck details.
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.