Model of a 13-gun, single-screw, three-masted, steam-powered sailing ship named "Reconnaissance", dry-laid with canvas, flying the French flag.
Wood with painted and gilded hull, imitating armor, carved and engraved bone, metal and rope.
Placed on a swiveling knot-shaped wooden plate.
Second half of the 19th century.
Under a globe with blackened wood base.
H. subject: 29.8 x 32.5 x 11.4 cm.
Wear, a few accidents, parts to be reattached and small missing parts.
Live Friday 15 March 2024・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
Lot no. 119

Model of a 13-gun, single-screw, three-masted, steam-powered sailing ship named "Reconnaissance", dry-laid with canvas, flying the French flag. Wood with painted and gilded hull, imitating armor, carved and engraved bone, metal and rope. Placed on a swiveling knot-shaped wooden plate. Second half of the 19th century. Under a globe with blackened wood base. H. subject: 29.8 x 32.5 x 11.4 cm. Wear, a few accidents, parts to be reattached and small missing parts.

Estimate
€450 - €600
Result
€850
Buyer's premium
25%
Model of a 13-gun, single-screw, three-masted, steam-powered sailing ship named "Reconnaissance", dry-laid with canvas, flying the French flag. Wood with painted and gilded hull, imitating armor, carved and engraved bone, metal and rope. Placed on a swiveling knot-shaped wooden plate. Second half of the 19th century. Under a globe with blackened wood base. H. subject: 29.8 x 32.5 x 11.4 cm. Wear, a few accidents, parts to be reattached and small missing parts.
Sale Friday 15 March 2024・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
Salle 5 - Hôtel Drouot 9, rue Drouot 75009 Paris