7th Jul, 2020 10:00
Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Unshaken)
150
[M] AN ATTRACTIVE SAILORWORK MODEL OF THE FAMOUS SIX-MASTED SCHOONER WYOMING, EARLY 20TH CENTURY
AN ATTRACTIVE SAILORWORK MODEL OF THE FAMOUS SIX-MASTED SCHOONER WYOMING, EARLY 20TH CENTURY
the 38in. carved hull with simulated scored planking, varnished decks with carved wooden fittings, masts with standing and running rigging and full suit of waxed vellum sails, mounted on a wooden cradle stand -- 27 x 50in. (68.5 x 127cm.)
Built by Percy & Small at Bath, Maine, Wyoming was long out-dated by the time she was launched in 1909. Described then as The largest wooden sailing vessel in the world and nicknamed "The Mighty Wyoming", her overall length (including jib-boom) was 450 feet. Her six schooner-rigged masts held 6,000 square feet of canvas and were controlled by a crew of just twelve. Capable of carrying 6,000 tons of coal, she traded successfully for eight years before several changes of ownership. On the 8th March 1924, she anchored to ride out a storm off the Pollock Rip lightship, was sighted on the 12th in a pause, then the weather worsened. The following day wreckage washed up at Nantucket Island confirmed her fate, but there were no survivors.
Sold for £397
Estimated at £400 - £600
(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)
Condition Report
Fair overall condition, typical wear commensurate with age.
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.
AN ATTRACTIVE SAILORWORK MODEL OF THE FAMOUS SIX-MASTED SCHOONER WYOMING, EARLY 20TH CENTURY
the 38in. carved hull with simulated scored planking, varnished decks with carved wooden fittings, masts with standing and running rigging and full suit of waxed vellum sails, mounted on a wooden cradle stand -- 27 x 50in. (68.5 x 127cm.)
Built by Percy & Small at Bath, Maine, Wyoming was long out-dated by the time she was launched in 1909. Described then as The largest wooden sailing vessel in the world and nicknamed "The Mighty Wyoming", her overall length (including jib-boom) was 450 feet. Her six schooner-rigged masts held 6,000 square feet of canvas and were controlled by a crew of just twelve. Capable of carrying 6,000 tons of coal, she traded successfully for eight years before several changes of ownership. On the 8th March 1924, she anchored to ride out a storm off the Pollock Rip lightship, was sighted on the 12th in a pause, then the weather worsened. The following day wreckage washed up at Nantucket Island confirmed her fate, but there were no survivors.
Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Unshaken), 7th Jul, 2020
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THIS SALE WILL BE CONDUCTED LIVE ONLINE ONLY
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