IMPORTANT AMERICAN SILVER PLATED MODEL OF COASTAL SLOOP.

IMPORTANT AMERICAN SILVER PLATED MODEL OF COASTAL SLOOP. Second half 19th century. Fine realistic and detailed model of a fully rigged coastal sloop under sail cast by the “Meriden Brittania Co. Meriden CT” and so marked on interior of the plinth. The boat mounted on rectangular mirrored silver plateau, the gilt rims applied with shells continuing to sloping sides cast with floral sprays, the corners with dolphin mounts, raised on 6 supports in the shape of fanciful conch shells on rectangular plinths. The boat manned by a youth with cap, vest and breeches. The model accompanied by the original table form case carved of walnut, applied with shells and dolphins. SIZE: Case: 51″ h x 37″ l x 23-1/2″ w. Model: 24-3/4″ h x 27-1/2″ l x 16-1/4″ w. PROVENANCE: Owned by Walter Ketter, Proprietor of the Red Circle Inn, Nashotah, WI, Sotheby’s New York to the current owner. CONDITION: Silver casting and cabinet all with original surfaces. Structurally very good. 9-96537 (7,500-10,000)

Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - August 2009

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	3108	$5,865.00	IMPORTANT AMERICAN SILVER PLATED MODEL OF COASTAL SLOOP. Second half 19th century. Fine realistic and detailed model of a fully rigged coastal sloop under sail cast by the “Meriden Brittania Co. Meriden CT” and so marked on interior of the plinth. The boat mounted on rectangular mirrored silver plateau, the gilt rims applied with shells continuing to sloping sides cast with floral sprays, the corners with dolphin mounts, raised on 6 supports in the shape of fanciful conch shells on rectangular plinths. The boat manned by a youth with cap, vest and breeches. The model accompanied by the original table form case carved of walnut, applied with shells and dolphins. SIZE: Case: 51″ h x 37″ l x 23-1/2″ w. Model: 24-3/4″ h x 27-1/2″ l x 16-1/4″ w. PROVENANCE: Owned by Walter Ketter, Proprietor of the Red Circle Inn, Nashotah, WI, Sotheby’s New York to the current owner. CONDITION: Silver casting and cabinet all with original surfaces. Structurally very good. 9-96537 (7,500-10,000) Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - August 2009 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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