Shipwright's half-hull steamship model, Harkess

Lot 310

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Lot Description

A large shipwright's half-hull steamship model W. Harkess & Son, Middlesbrough, England circa 1890 Layered construction on an oak backboard with molded edges, inscribed S.S. POHEBUA, No. 121 BUILT BY W. HARKESS & SON SHIPBUILDERS MIDDLESBRO 1890. height 15in; width 69 1/4in

Condition

Overall good condition, retaining its original painted surface, with craquelure throughout. Areas of rubbing to painted inscriptions. The bow of the ship has a small loss of railing and small replacement. A possible restoration to the ship's stern measuring approximately 3/4 x 11". Typical dings, dents and surface scratches overall. This Condition Report, which is for the use of the addressee only, is provided by Andrew Jones Auctions on behalf of the Seller free of charge. Andrew Jones Auctions is not entering into a contract with you in respect of the Condition Report and accordingly does not assume responsibility to you in respect of it, nor does the Seller owe or agree to owe you as a Bidder any obligation or duty with respect to this free report about the Lot. Andrew Jones Auctions Lots are sold AS IS, with all faults, imperfections and possible adaptations or restorations. Condition Reports may not include all adaptations, alterations or faults. Our staff are not professional conservators or restorers. Illustrations and photographs contained in the Catalog or the Condition Report or elsewhere of any Lots are for identification purposes only. They may or may not reveal the true condition of the Lot. A photograph or illustration may or may not reflect an accurate reproduction of the color(s) of the Lot. Lots are available for inspection prior to the auction and it is strongly advise that you or your agent do so to satisfy yourself as to each and every aspect of a Lot, including that that it will be free from pests, mold, staining, its authorship, attribution, condition, provenance, history, background, authenticity, style, period, age, suitability, measurements, quality, weight, origin, value and estimated selling price (including the Hammer Price and Buyer?s Premium). It is your responsibility to examine any Lot in which you are interested. It should be remembered that the actual condition of a Lot may not be as good as that indicated by its outward appearance. In particular, parts may have been replaced or renewed and Lots may not be authentic or of satisfactory quality; the inside of a Lot may not be visible and may not be original or may be damaged, as for example where it is covered by upholstery or material. Given the age of many Lots they may have been damaged and or repaired and you should not assume that a Lot is in good condition. Fine art frames are not included in the estimate or purchase price of a Lot. Andrew Jones Auctions accepts no liability for fine art frames. Electronic, electrical or mechanical parts may not operate or may not comply with current statutory requirements. You should not assume that electrical items designed to operate on mains electricity will be suitable for connection to the mains electricity supply and you should obtain a report from a qualified electrician on their status before doing so. Such items which are unsuitable for connection are sold as items of interest or for display purposes only. If you yourself to not have expertise regarding a Lot, you should consult an advisor.
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