Lot 315: Scratch-built Ship Model of the Young America, originally designed and built by W. Webb, New York, c. 1853, the three-masted clipper wi

Name: Scratch-built Ship Model of the Young America, originally designed and built by W. Webb, New York, c. 1853, the three-masted clipper wi
Brand: Skinner
SKU: feb480b8d8

Est: $300 USD - $500 USDSold:

SkinnerBoston, MA, USApril 29, 2016

Item Overview

Description

Scratch-built Ship Model of the Young America, originally designed and built by W. Webb, New York, c. 1853, the three-masted clipper with a mahogany hull, and detailed rigging, housed in a custom built brass-bound glass display case, resting on a mahogany stand, brass plaque reading Young America Extreme California & China Clipper Ship Designed and Built by W. Webb at New York 1853 1/16" Scale by H. Connell c. 1960 From the Collection of Frank V. Monkiewicz, ht. 49, wd. 24, dp. 9 in.

Note: Case and stand constructed by Michael Wall of Marine Model Gallery.

Artist or Maker

W. (1853) Webb

Condition Report

The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.

Auction Details

Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments

Skinner

April 29, 2016, 10:00 AM EST

The Heritage on the Garden 63 Park Plaza, Boston, MA, 02116, US

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