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H.M.S. Beagle
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- A fine 1:48 scale model of the HMS Beagle
- HMS Beagle
- Scale Model
approx. 600 x 200 x 450 mm., 3 masts with rigging, scored decks with fittings, 7 lifeboats (3 in davits, 4 on the deck), mounted on brass supports over a fine wooden display base (355mm. x 745mm.), with two brass plaques engraved "H.M.S. Beagle | 1831", with a perspex display case (670 x 580 x 278mm.), three small pieces loose, small section of the jibboom broken off (but present and attached to rigging)
Provenance
Acquired from Trevor Philip, Jermyn Street
Condition
There has been a little damage to the rigging.
"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."