21107: A Carved Wood Napoleonic Prisoner-of-War Ship Mo
A Carved Wood Napoleonic Prisoner-of-War Ship Model, circa 1795-1815 16 x 13-1/2 x 3-3/4 inches (40.6 x 34.3 x 9.5 cm) (model) 19-5/8 x 15-1/2 x 8-1/8 inches (49.8 x 39.4 x 20.6 cm) (case) Property from the Estate of Kenneth Alan Hill, Sr., Fort Worth, Texas PROVENANCE: Vallejo Gallery, Newport Beach, California The model of a British Navy frigate is a highly detailed and fine example of the artistic craftsmanship of the prisoners, mostly French but some Dutch and British, held during the Napoleonic Wars (1795-1815). This model is of carved boxwood and fully rigged mounted to an inlaid base and set in a mirrored mahogany and glass case. Features include 54 cannons, two lifeboats, gundeck well, capstan, glass deck light and deck plank detailing. HID03101062020 © 2020 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved
Condition Report: One cannon is missing from the gun port on the port side, otherwise in good condition.
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A Carved Wood Napoleonic Prisoner-of-War Ship Model, circa 1795-1815 16 x 13-1/2 x 3-3/4 inches (40.6 x 34.3 x 9.5 cm) (model) 19-5/8 x 15-1/2 x 8-1/8 inches (49.8 x 39.4 x 20.6 cm) (case) Property from the Estate of Kenneth Alan Hill, Sr., Fort Worth, Texas PROVENANCE: Vallejo Gallery, Newport Beach, California The model of a British Navy frigate is a highly detailed and fine example of the artistic craftsmanship of the prisoners, mostly French but some Dutch and British, held during the Napoleonic Wars (1795-1815). This model is of carved boxwood and fully rigged mounted to an inlaid base and set in a mirrored mahogany and glass case. Features include 54 cannons, two lifeboats, gundeck well, capstan, glass deck light and deck plank detailing. HID03101062020 © 2020 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved
Condition Report: One cannon is missing from the gun port on the port side, otherwise in good condition.
Heritage Auctions strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Heritage regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only And should Not be relied upon as statements of fact, And do Not constitute a representation, warranty, Or assumption of liability by Heritage. All lots offered are sold "As Is"
Buyer’s Premium Per Lot: This auction is subject to a Buyer’s Premium of 25% on the first $300,000 (minimum $49), plus 20% of any amount between $300,000 and $3,000,000, plus 12.5% of any amount over $3,000,000 per lot.
