Sold on behalf of the The Wellesley Nautical School Charity

A FINE MIRROR-BACKED BUILDER'S HALF MODEL OF THE CARGO SHIPS DALMORE & DALVEEN, BUILT AND ENGINED BY SCOTTS' OF GREENOCK FOR CAMPBELL BROS & CO., 1927
with laminated and carved hull, lowered companionway, silvered fittings as appropriate, lined and lacquered fruitwood decks, hatches and fitted, glazed bridge, painted superstructure with stayed funnel, two boats in davits, steering gear with chains etc. and much other fine detailing, mounted on original front-silvered mirror with angled end mirrors and ivorine builder's plate below within original glass-fronted mahogany case. Measurements overall -- 19¼ x 64¾ x 7¾in. (49 x 164.5 x 19.6cm.)

Provenance: H.M. Training Ship Wellesley and thence to the Wellesley Nautical School Charity

This pair of large cargo steamers registered 5,193 tons. Dalveen was bombed and sunk by German aircraft on 28th September, 1940 on a voyage from Montreal to Hull. Eleven of her crew of 43 were killed; Dalmore fared better and, surviving the War, was sold and renamed Ingerto (1946), Tassos (1960) and Claire (1961) under which name she was broken up at La Spezia in July 1969.

Condition Report
Fine original condition with intact and relatively bright mirrors, model in good order throughout.

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.