A 16FT:1IN SCALE WATERLINE MODEL OF THE CABLE & WIRELESS CABLE REPAIR SHIP EDWARD WILSHAW [1949]

modelled by E. Dyke with carved and painted hull, green fore and yellow main decks with fittings and superstructure as appropriate and depicted on a green sea base winding a cable, under plexiglass cover -- 7 x 26 x 8in. (18 x 66 x 20cm.)

Built by Swan, Hunter & Richardson and named after Edward Wilshaw, Chairman (later President) of the Eastern Telegraph Company. After serving from bases including Mombasa, Gibraltar and Australia, she was broken up in 1979.

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.