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Märklin "Tip Top" Clockwork Yacht Germany, circa 1907
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description
- tin, paint
The deck is fitted with an oval well inside which fits a railed and canopied cabin and enclosed seating area. It has a short covered funnel and stairs that lead down to faux wooden plank deck. Bow is framed by shaped panels which extend above the deck to accommodate this ship's name, "Tip Top," over an unusually painted hull, which features a brown band and alternating orange and brown slanted stripes over brown. Clockwork mechanism is concealed in hull and wound through hole in canopy.
Length: 13 inches
Length: 13 inches
Condition
Some creases and paint loss, but overall very attractive. 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.