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A model of the Spanish 70-gun ship 'Santissima Madre' [1692], 20th century
Estimate
300 - 500 GBP
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Description
- plastic, painted timber
- 91cm. high, 88cm. wide; 3ft., 2ft. 10¾in.
the planked and pinned hull with main wale, partially opened gun ports with brass guns, decorated head rails and stern, planked deck with fittings and a polychrome model crew, bound masts with crows nests, standing and running rigging, fitted internally with crew and electric lighting, on cradle with legend
Provenance
Sotheby's Amsterdam, European Collections, 21 February 2006, lot 291
Condition
Apparently scratch built. A decorative item in reasonable condition that would benefit from some restoration. Please contact the department for additional images.
"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."