03-06-201103-06-2011
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
2538BBoston
March 6, 2011 11:00 AMCalender
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Cased Painted Model of the Lowestoft Sailing Trawler MASTER HAND

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$1,007$850
Auction: American Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2538BLocation: BostonDate / Time: March 06, 2011 11:00AM

Description:

Cased Painted Model of the Lowestoft Sailing Trawler MASTER HAND, model made by William E. Hitchcock (1928-2006),vessel and maker identified on an engraved brass plaque, with cut-away views of vessel construction and interior on both sides of the hull, mounted on a mahogany base, overall ht. 12 3/4, wd. 9 1/4, lg. 35 1/4 in.

Note: The Master Hand was built in 1920 at Rye, Sussex, England. She was 46 tons.
Estimate $400-600

Vessel in good condition, thin wood case molding loose and with losses.

Keywords

William E. Hitchcock, Sussex, Rye, United Kingdom