29th Oct, 2014 12:00

Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Wizard)

 
Lot 117
 

117

[M] A VERY RARE ILLUMINATED TRAVEL AGENT'S SIGN FOR CUNARD LINE, CIRCA 1920

A VERY RARE ILLUMINATED TRAVEL AGENT'S SIGN FOR CUNARD LINE, CIRCA 1920
etched and hand-painted after the famous poster by Walter Thomas and depicting the Aquitania with distant view of the Mauretania arriving in New York, past the Statue of Liberty, with large seagull, inscribed over Cunard Line and entitled in sea 'Ocean Fliers' EUROPE-AMERICA, mounted within pressed metal frame with lighting components to top and later brass suspension hooks -- overall measurements 30½ x 39½in. (77.5 x 100cm.)

Estimated at £2,000 - £3,000

Condition Report
Gilt outlining to Cunard Line title worn, otherwise in fine overall condition.

We are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of this property. 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 Charles Miller Ltd 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.

 

A VERY RARE ILLUMINATED TRAVEL AGENT'S SIGN FOR CUNARD LINE, CIRCA 1920
etched and hand-painted after the famous poster by Walter Thomas and depicting the Aquitania with distant view of the Mauretania arriving in New York, past the Statue of Liberty, with large seagull, inscribed over Cunard Line and entitled in sea 'Ocean Fliers' EUROPE-AMERICA, mounted within pressed metal frame with lighting components to top and later brass suspension hooks -- overall measurements 30½ x 39½in. (77.5 x 100cm.)

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