A MODEL MOTOR YACHT NO. 3 BY BASSETT LOWKE, CIRCA 1940
the 30in. carved and painted hull with lined boxwood deck with wooden, silvered and painted fittings including gun to foredeck, with removable superstructure to electric motor, contained within original hinged box of issue -- 12 x 32 (30.5 x 81cm.); with facsimile 1932 publicity advertising the model at £9.9.0
The addition of a gun to the foredeck suggests this model post-dates the Dunkirk evacuation and represents a 'little ship'.
Sold for £1,736
Estimated at £1,000 - £1,500
(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)
Condition Report
Old wear commensurate with age. Some later wiring inside motor compartment.
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 MODEL MOTOR YACHT NO. 3 BY BASSETT LOWKE, CIRCA 1940
the 30in. carved and painted hull with lined boxwood deck with wooden, silvered and painted fittings including gun to foredeck, with removable superstructure to electric motor, contained within original hinged box of issue -- 12 x 32 (30.5 x 81cm.); with facsimile 1932 publicity advertising the model at £9.9.0
The addition of a gun to the foredeck suggests this model post-dates the Dunkirk evacuation and represents a 'little ship'.
Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art ('Superb'), 5th Nov, 2019
Download a Bid Form here
Main view and sale venue:
Olympia Auctions
25 Blythe Road
London
W14 0PD
Large object view
6 Imperial Studios
3-11 Imperial Road
London
SW6 2AG
Viewing
Saturday, 2nd November
(12pm-4pm)
Sunday, 3rd November
(12pm-4pm)
Monday, 4th November
(10am-5pm)
Tuesday, 5th November
(10am-11am)