- 519
A ship model of the "Sea Cloud", 20th century
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 EUR
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Description
- Bois et coton
- La maquette : haut. 66 cm., long. 90 cm., larg. 23 cm. ; Le coffrage : 71,5 cm., long. 105,5 cm., larg. 23 cm. ; The model: height 35 1/2 in., lenght 26 in., width 9 in. ; The box: height 28 1/4 in., lenght 41,5 in., width 14 in.
with the label "Sea Cloud / 1931 / Prestige Edition", under a plexiglass box
Condition
The illustration of the catalogue is accurate. Good overall condition. There are the inevitable minute surface scraches and chips to the painting. There are minor surface scratches to the plexiglass 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. 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
In 1931, Marjorie Merriweather Post initiated the construction of a ship of more than 360 feet long called the Hussar II, later renamed Sea Cloud in 1935. She cruised on this yacht through the oceans with her family and friends sailing in Hawaii, the Galapagos Islands as well as in Monaco. Following the appointment of her husband Joseph E. Davies as US ambassador in Russia, the Sea Cloud dropped anchor in Leningrad and soon became the venue of many receptions. The 1943 Hollywood movie Mission to Moscow portrays this era. Soon after the start of the Second World War, Marjorie offered the Sea Cloud to the American president. The yacht first became a weather station and then later loaded with canons as a ship designed to hunt submarines.