Collection of Seven Ives Clockwork Boats United States, circa 1920s

Comprising an attractively painted "Sally" riverboat finished in brown, cream, and red, two US Merchant Marine boats, a New York ocean liner, a Chicago ocean liner, a smaller merchant marine freighter, and a submarine.



 



Lengths range from 10 ½ to 13 ½ inches 

The Sally has only minor wear, one US Merchant Marine is missing fore and aft masts and has minor wear, the other has extensive flaking and wear, the New York ocean liner has extensive flaking and wear as well as some overpaint, the Chicago ocean liner has extensive paint loss and flaking, the freighter has extensive flaking and wear, and the submarine is missing its key cover. Also includes one Ives motorboat box.
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.