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Auction House:Leonard Joel Pty. Ltd.Number of lots recorded:335
Sale Title:The National Trust (Victoria) Collection of Historic Maritime Objects and Fine Furniture; Australian and European 20th century designLots with images:322
Auction Location:MelbournePrices available:202
Date:21-Nov-2010
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A detailed static model of the Antarctic exploration ship, R.R.S discovery (1901), the carved and laminated wooden body painted in black enamel, the deck of white painted wood, with detailed deck fittings, rigging and lifeboats, raised on a wooden stand within a glazed display case, the case measuring 66.5 x 35 x 30.5 cm.
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A detailed static model of the steamer S.S Edina (1854) built by Barclay, Curl & Co, the carved and laminated wooden hull painted in colours of burgundy and black, the varnished deck with wooden fixtures and superstructure, raised on a wooden stand. Length 87 cm .
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A detailed static model of the yacht Una Maria Australian, circa 1920, the carved wooden body painted in green and white, beneath a varnished deck with brass and wooden fittings, raised on a wooden display stand. Length 70 cm
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A detailed static model of a topsail schooner, the carved wooden hull painted in colours of green and white, with a varnished deck and cast metal and wooden fittings, rigging and cloth sails, raised on a wooden stand, the vessel 75 cm long
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A detailed static model of the World War II Australian hospital ship Oranje, (1939), the hull of carved and laminated wood painted in red and white, with three red crosses to either side and to the funnel, the varnished deck with detailed fittings and lifeboats, raised on a wooden stand, the vessel 90 cm long
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A detailed static model of a three masted barque, (18th century), the carved and laminated wooden body painted in colours of white, black and red, the varnished deck with detailed brass and wooden fittings, seven canons, two long-boats and full rigging with cloth sails, raised on a wooden stand, 82 cm long
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A detailed static model of the mid-19th century steam ship S.S Iberia, the body of carved and moulded wood painted in black and white, the planked deck with detailed fittings and rigging, raised on a wooden base with simulated waves, the base. Length 149 cm, the vessel. Length 139 cm
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A large and elaborate static model of the brig-sloop, HM Oberon, (1805) built by the James Shepherd Shipyard, Sutton, the laminated wooden hull painted in colours of red, white and black, the varnished deck with detailed fittings, rigging and four lifeboats, raised on an ebonised stand, named in brass lettering to the stern. Length 210 cm
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A detailed static model of the cargo ship river Norman (1946) built by Evans, Deakin & Co. Ltd, Brisbane, the body of carved and moulded wood painted in maroon, black and white an Australian merchant ship flag flying from the stern, the deck with detailed fittings and rigging, within a perspex display case, the case measuring 145.5 x 44 x 21 cm
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A detailed static model of the container ship four star Express, the carved and laminated wooden hull painted in colours of red and black, the deck with a multitude of shipping containers and a detailed superstructure, within a glazed display case, the case measuring 102 x 40 x 23 cm
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A detailed static model of the cargo ship M.V Boonaroo (1953) built by Mort's Dock and Engineering for Australian National lines, the carved and laminated wooden hull painted in black, maroon and white, the deck with detailed fittings, machinery, superstructure and rigging, a crane lowering a crate into the hold, within a perspex presentation case, the case measuring 128 x 38 x 20 cm
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A detailed model of the merchant clipper Cutty Sark (1869), the three masted vessel with a carved and laminated wooden hull painted in colours of black and gold, the deck with detailed fittings, figures and rigging, (repaired damage to bow sprit), raised on a wooden display stand. Length 140 cm
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A fine quality ship builder's half model of the transport ship S.S Gracchus built by Palmer's Shipbuilding and iron Coy. Ltd, Jarrow on Tyne, 1930s, modelled in profile, the carved wooden hull painted in colours of beige and black with multiple portholes, beneath a metal deck rail, the painted deck with detailed fittings and machinery including capstans, cowling vents, anchors and three lifeboats, mounted within a fine quality mahogany framed display cabinet with a glazed front and top, a painted mirrored…
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A detailed model of the merchant ship Melbourne Maru (1930) Osaka Shosen Kaisha trading Company, model constructed circa 1956, the body of carved and laminated wood, painted in black, red and white enamel, with detailed fittings, rigging and superstructure, mounted on an ebonised base, the vessel measuring. Length 105 cm
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A detailed model of the Swedish cargo ship, Bro river H.D.M models, the body of laminated plywood painted in white, with detailed deck fittings, superstructure and rigging, perspex balustrades, a Swedish flag flying from the stern and a central blue painted funnel bearing a white falcon cross, the wooden based moulded with simulated waves, within a perspex display case, the case 154 x 48 x 31.5 cm
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A detailed static model of the 19th century Finnish four masted barque Herzogin Cecilie, the carved and laminated wooden hull painted in colours of white and red, the deck with detailed fittings and rigging, raised on a hardwood base, the base 103 cm long, the vessel 93 cm long
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A detailed static model of the four masted barque Archibald Russell, the carved and laminated hull painted in white and maroon, the varnished deck with detailed fittings and rigging, raised on wooden base with simulated waves, the vessel. Length 117 cm
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A detailed static model of the barque HM Endeavour, the planked, varnished body with cast metal embellishments, the deck with detailed fittings, rigging and cloth sails, the Union Jack flying from the bow sprit, a red Ensign flying from the stern, raised on a wooden stand and base, the vessel. Length 86 cm
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A detailed static model of a late 18th century, American barque, modelled in full sail, the carved and laminated wooden hull in colours of brown, black and yellow, the deck with detailed fittings and rigging, raised on a base with simulated waves, within a perspex case, the case 102.5 x 70 x 45 cm
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A detailed static model of HM Endeavour, the model made and presented by W.H Huffman Esq, Geelong, 1961, the hull of laminated and carved wood varnished and painted in yellow and black, the varnished deck with detailed fittings and rigging, within a glazed display case, the case measuring 69 x 61 x 30 cm
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A detailed model of the sea rail vehicle and passenger ferry, Duchess of York with a laminated, carved and painted hull, detailed deck fittings and superstructure, finished in Company livery and presented within a mahogany framed glazed display case, (cracks to glass of glazed display case), the display case measuring 84 x 31 x 23 cm
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A cedar shipbuilder's half model late 19th/early 20th century Hollow carved in profile, the lower section of the hull with a silver painted patination, on a rectangular mount. Width 78.5 cm
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A huon pine and marine ply shipbuilder's half model of a paddle steamer, the huon pine hull carved in sections in profile, the cabin and paddle wheel of plywood, on a plywood back board. Width 86 cm
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Two cased static sailor's ship dioramas (shadowboxes), late 19th/early 20th century, one modelled as a three masted schooner in full sail; the other modelled as a barque, each within a glazed display case, the largest case 37 x 60.5 cm
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A 19th century sailorwork diorama (shadowbox) half model of a clipper depicted in profile, on high seas, within a glazed display cabinet; together with a later diorama, also depicting a clipper at sea, 42 x 63.5 cm and 34.5 x 26 cm
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A detailed static model of the cargo ship, Enfield, the carved and laminated wooden hull painted in colours of black, burgundy and white, the red painted deck with detailed fittings, machinery, superstructure and two lifeboats, the Australian red Ensign flying from the stern, within a perspex display case, the case 61 x 30 x 15.5 cm
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A detailed static model of the Danish three masted barque, Norskelove (18th century), the laminated wooden body with multiple apertures for cannons, the varnished deck with detailed brass and wooden fittings, full rigging and cloth sails, the stern with window decking and carved gilt wood embellishments, flying a red Ensign, raised on a wooden stand, 110 cm long
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A detailed static model of the barque HM Endeavour (1764), the hull laminated in varnished wood and copper veneer, beneath a planked deck with detailed wooden fittings and full rigging, raised on a wooden stand. Length 150 cm
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A detailed static model of an American barque, the hull of carved and laminated wood varnished and painted in colours of red, black and white, the deck with detailed fittings, lifeboats and rigging, an American flag flying from the rear, raised on a wooden stand, the vessel. Length 82 cm
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A detailed static model of the barque HM Sirius, the laminated wooden hull varnished with a central black band, the deck with detailed wooden fittings, two long-boats and full rigging, raised on a wooden stand. Length 77 cm
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A detailed static model of HM Endeavour, the hull of carved and laminated wood painted in colours of white, black and yellow, the varnished deck with detailed fittings, two long-boats and full rigging, raised on a wooden stand, 61 cm long
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A detailed model of the three masted French warship, Napoleon (1848-1884), the varnished and painted hull in colours of black and white, the planked deck with detailed fittings and rigging, a French flag flying from the stern, raised on a wooden base, the vessel 74 cm long
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A detailed model of a port Jackson schooner (1803), the hull of laminated wood, the deck with detailed fittings and rigging, a British Ensign flying from the stern, presented within a glazed display case, the case 76 x 59 x 26 cm
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A detailed static model of a schooner, the carved and laminated wooden hull painted in bronze, red and black, the deck with detailed wooden fittings and two lifeboats, fully rigged with sails of carved wood, raised on a wooden stand, 72 cm long
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A detailed static model of the clipper vesta, the three masted vessel with a hull of carved wood, the deck with detailed fittings and rigging, raised on a base with simulated waves. Length 65 cm
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A collection of six static ship models Including an unfinished model of the icebreaker Kista Dan; an unfinished model of the bulk carrier, Kooringa; an incomplete model of the sailing boat Island Star; and three miniature models of sailing ships, the Kooringa measuring 85 cm long. (6)
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A brass cased ships clock from the S.S Ngakuta Heath & Co Ltd, new Eltham, London set in a brass case with a Roman numeral enamel dial, together with another ships clock from the M. V. Sydney Trader, 18 cm diameter
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Two compasses and a Liquid boat compass case Henry Browne & Son Ltd, including a Henry brown & Son aircraft compass and one other compass. (3)
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A German brass octant readingfrom 0 to 130 on the engraved brass scale, fitted with mirrors and a sight, together with a fitted wooden box, 25 cm long
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A mark IX bubble sextant H. Hughes & Son Ltd, London as used by bomber crews in World War II, together with a Aldis signalling light in a fitted box. (2)
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A Howard Smith Company limited presentation certificate Presented to Joseph Twohig Esq, by the Howard Smith Company at his voluntarily relinquishing the position of head Wharfinger, 55 x 75 cm
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Three Australian brass ships plaques consisting of M. V. Sedco Anne, M. V. Victoria Tide and the lady Diana. (3)
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A Victorian walnut secretaire bookcase The ogee cornice above two arched glazed doors, the lower section with a secretaire drawer and two panelled doors, plinth base, 104 x 220 x 48 cm
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A late Victorian mahogany extension dining table With a rounded rectangular top, raised on fluted legs with brass caps and castors, two leaves, 254 x 73 x 107 cm
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A pair of vintage Melbourne tram seats, each with a hardwood rectangular curved back and slated shaped seat raised on cast iron supports, with a brass plaque inscribed 'Seat from Tram no 35 / former Victorian Railways / St Kilda-Brighton line,' 90 x 82 x 44 cm
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A 19th century Tasmanian cedar and blackwood chart table, one pedestal drawer bearing a label inscribed 'Devonport Yard / March 1857 / manufactured at the Joiners shop / No. 6,' initialled R.M., the rectangular top formerly inset with leather, now missing, above a single sham fronted long drawer with blackwood handles, raised on pedestals, each with three drawers, conforming blackwood handles and a plinth base, huon pine carcass, 131 x 75 x 75 cm
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A substantial 19th century Australian cedar breakfront library bookcase, reputedly part of the original furnishings of an Angus and Robertson bookstore, the stepped dentil cornice above six arched glazed paneled doors enclosing shelves, the lower section fitted with multiple drawers, plinth base, later drawer knobs, 412 x 315 x 56. Note: reputedly part of the original furnishings of an Angus and Robertson bookstore
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A fine pair of 19th century gilt wood girandoles Each with an oval plate within a rope edge surround, surmounted by a looped and tasseled pierced crest, the conforming base emanating three rope arms terminating in sconces, 136 x 82 cm
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A 19th century blackwood hall chair possibly Tasmanian, the waisted back boldly carved with overlapping leaf tips and feather motifs, centred by an armorial crest, the solid seat above an ogee moulded rail, raised on reed legs terminating in foliate capitals. History: the present hall chair bears a remarkable similarity to a set of four chairs supplied by the renowned cabinet maker, William Hamilton (1796-1885)
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A pair of doors from Young and Jacksons Hotel 19th / 20th century Each rectangular door with an arched frosted glass panel etched with Young & Jacksons above a moulded panel, brass fittings, each door 59 x 231 cm. Provenance: The Young and Jackson hotel was originally named The Princes Bridge Hotel. The hotel was renamed after the Irish diggers who took it over in 1875, Henry Young and Thomas Jackson. The hotel is an amalgamation of five separate buildings
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A 19th century Australian cedar bookcase, the ogee-moulded cornice above a pair of glazed doors flanked by slender Tuscan columns, the lower section with a half-round-moulded frieze drawer above a pair of well-figured plain-panelled doors flanked by Tuscan columns, raised on a plinth base
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A pair of blackwood hallchairs, in the Viennese Seccesionist manner, attributed to Robert Prenzel, each with a slender carved and upholstered back and seat, flanked by open arms, raised on turned legs
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A carved blackwood piano stool circa 1915, in the Art Nouveau style, the rectangular top flanked by turned handles above a shaped frieze with a roundel to each side carved 1915 and Ebn respectively, raised on shaped supports, the whole ornately carved with wild flowers, 104 x 59 x 29 cm
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