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Model of the Sailing Ship "Helene"
Estimate:
CA$1,500 - CA$2,500
Sold
CA$450
Live Auction
Canadiana & Folk Art Featuring the Jim Fleming, Marty Osler, Susan Murray and Laing Collections
Size
31.25" x 41" x 8".
Category
Description
Canadian. Early 20th century. Painted softwood with cloth sails, wire and string trim. A large, finely detailed and well-made model of the three-masted sailing ship "Helene". In old white, red, black, green and yellow paint. Mounted to the original pine board. "Helene" painted on bow and stern.
Condition
Excellent condition overall. A few small losses including a little loose rigging, some surface wear and a detached rudder.
Provenance
From the Marty Osler Collection.