1st Nov, 2022 10:00

Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Gloriana)

 
Lot 265
 

265

[M] A FINE ADMIRALTY PATTERN TWO-MAN DIVING PUMP BY SIEBE GORMAN & CO. LTD, LONDON, CIRCA 1920

A FINE ADMIRALTY PATTERN TWO-MAN DIVING PUMP BY SIEBE GORMAN & CO. LTD, LONDON, CIRCA 1920

the polished wood and brass-bound case with mechanism stamped on the frame 7897, grey-painted A-frame with green-painted cylinder tank and one diver/two diver lever, twin glazed Bourdon pressure gauges counter signed with hinged drop covers, cast brass maker's plate and twin air outlets with hinged access cover, fore and aft securing rings, with twin 35in. diam. cast iron flywheels inscribed Siebe Gorman & Co. with wood-sheathed crank handles and flat lid counterpunched with number and facsimile makers label, overall measurements excluding wheels and handles -- 41½ x 23½ x 20½in. (105.5 x 59.5 x 52cm.)

Sold for £2,480
Estimated at £1,500 - £2,500

(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)


Condition Report

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 FINE ADMIRALTY PATTERN TWO-MAN DIVING PUMP BY SIEBE GORMAN & CO. LTD, LONDON, CIRCA 1920

the polished wood and brass-bound case with mechanism stamped on the frame 7897, grey-painted A-frame with green-painted cylinder tank and one diver/two diver lever, twin glazed Bourdon pressure gauges counter signed with hinged drop covers, cast brass maker's plate and twin air outlets with hinged access cover, fore and aft securing rings, with twin 35in. diam. cast iron flywheels inscribed Siebe Gorman & Co. with wood-sheathed crank handles and flat lid counterpunched with number and facsimile makers label, overall measurements excluding wheels and handles -- 41½ x 23½ x 20½in. (105.5 x 59.5 x 52cm.)

Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Gloriana), 1st Nov, 2022

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Saleroom notice 

Order of Sale:

Mercantile (Sail & Yachting) 1-57B
Mercantile (Steam) 58-112
Naval (Sail) 115-202
Naval (Steam) 205-319
Navigational & Scientific Instruments 325-353

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Shippers 

Pack & Send (Spitalfields branch) / spitalfields@packsend.co.uk / Tel: +44 (0)20 7078 9860

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