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Bing Clockwork Gunboat Germany, circa 1930s
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- tin, paint
Finished in grey and charcoal. Simple but crowded deck is fitted with unusual girder construction masts with searchlights. Other details include two funnels and seven swiveling guns. This boat retains Bing decal. Clockwork mechanism concealed in hull. Comes with key and original wooden box marked "Hamley's," the famous London toy store.
Length: 16 inches
Length: 16 inches
Provenance
Sotheby's, King and Chasemore, Toys, Dolls, and Models, December 16, 1981, lot 1064
Condition
Immaculate condition.
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.