1st Nov, 2022 10:00

Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Gloriana)

 
Lot 287
 

287

[M] A 1:96 SCALE BUILT MODEL OF H.M.S. RODNEY, 1925

A 1:96 SCALE BUILT MODEL OF H.M.S. RODNEY, 1925

modelled by Colin Freeman, with plank on frame, laminated and carved hull with simulated plating, bilge keels, propellers and rudder, painted red, black and grey, planked ash decks with deck rails and grey-painted fittings as appropriate, gun turrets, superstructure with fire direction and communication masts, fitted boats in davits with launches in chocks behind, stayed funnel, searchlights, secondary armament, Carly floats etc., mounted within glazed wooden case with steel descriptive plate -- overall measurements 15¼ x 37 x 7½in. (39 x 94 x 19cm.)

Sold for £5,208
Estimated at £400 - £600

(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)


Condition Report

Good 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 1:96 SCALE BUILT MODEL OF H.M.S. RODNEY, 1925

modelled by Colin Freeman, with plank on frame, laminated and carved hull with simulated plating, bilge keels, propellers and rudder, painted red, black and grey, planked ash decks with deck rails and grey-painted fittings as appropriate, gun turrets, superstructure with fire direction and communication masts, fitted boats in davits with launches in chocks behind, stayed funnel, searchlights, secondary armament, Carly floats etc., mounted within glazed wooden case with steel descriptive plate -- overall measurements 15¼ x 37 x 7½in. (39 x 94 x 19cm.)

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

Page turning catalogue here

Downloadable bid form here

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

Part & Parcel / shipping@partandparceluk.com / Tel: +44 (0)1252 545611

Alban Shipping / info@albanshipping.co.uk / Tel: +44 (0) 1582 493099

Simon Jones Superfreight / info@superfreight.co.uk / +44 (0)20 7924 3933

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