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'Neptun': A silver and parcel-gilt Nef, Neresheimer & Co., Hanau, circa 1904
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description
- silver
- 99cm. high; 39in.
three masts, flags and banners flying, five open and two furled sails, the hull richly embossed and chased with mythological scenes and allegories of the Continents and Commerce, the deck with sailors on duty, Neptune figure-head, the stern chased with the name "Neptun", on four pierced wheels and a dolphin-engraved rudder, marked on hull and flags, also with importer's mark of Berthold Muller for Chester 1904
Provenance
Christie's, London, 17th March 1999, lot 4
Condition
some losses, damages and repairs to rigging, and other small areas of imperfection, axis sligthly bent so does not fit properly on four feet, generally fine condition, would benefit from porfessional cleaning.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
Neptune was built in the River Thames in 1779 and was the largest ship of the Second Fleet ships to Port Jackson.
This atmospheric silver nef was positioned before the leaded staircase window at Plumpton and is one from a group of objects and marine paintings which showed his passion for ocean faring vessels. Though he has owned many beautiful and historic yachts, it was however the commission of his 289 foot super yacht, The Maltese Falcon, for which Tom Perkins is most celebrated – this nef is a reflection of his continuing love of the sea.