Emporium & Coins Auction
Fri, Oct 22, 2021 09:00AM EDT
Lot 350
Ship Model of the Wanderer Whaling Ship
Estimate: $400 - $600
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
early 20th century, based on the Wanderer from Mattapoisett, Massachusetts (1878-1924), two masted whaling ship, carved and painted wood model with metal and string fittings/embellishments, hull with lettering "Wanderer/New Bedford"; in wood and acrylic case, case 32-1/2 x 39 x 25-3/4 in.
Provenance: Sold to Benefit the North Carolina Maritime Museum System
Note: Referred to as "the last whaler", the Wanderer's final voyage was in 1924, when it was grounded off Cuttyhunk Island in Massachusetts.
Condition
not examined out of case, good overall, hull with some light scuffs, a few areas of possible retouch; case with some scratches and light wear, finials not secured to top
