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Staudt Clockwork Gunboat Germany, circa 1912
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- tin, paint
Featuring an upper deck with castle-like gun turrets, three guns at stern balanced by bridge over two guns at bow. Other details include two funnels, two ventilators, mast with flag flying, fortified crow's nest and two lifeboats on davits. The brass scrolling figurehead centers German flag with Imperial Eagle and Iron Cross. Clockwork mechanism concealed in hull.
Length: 18 inches
Length: 18 inches
Condition
Mast replaced, flaking, slight damage to hull. Chipping most severe on lifeboats and German flag. 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.