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Märklin "St. Louis" Live Steam Ocean Liner Germany, circa 1908
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description
- tin, paint
The "St. Louis" is a very tidy craft. It is fitted with white superstructure trimmed in red, atop which is mounted an elaborate bridge which centers a door stamped with the Märklin logo flanked by six windows on each side with railing enclosed mock plank top. The two striking white funnels are banded in red, and at the prow is a brass figurehead with flag over "St. Louis" on each side. The hull is attractively finished in cream and embellished with portholes and red piping over a red keel. Railing features opening gate on both sides and there are two lifeboats on davits at stern. Superstructure removes to reveal horizontal boiler with original burner.
Length: 21 inches
Length: 21 inches
Condition
Masts and one lifeboat replaced, minor wear, some minor spot touch ups on superstructure. 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.