A FINELY DETAILED SOLID SILVER 32':1' SCALE MODEL OF CUTTY SARK AS DEPICTED LEAVING SYDNEY ON 16TH OCTOBER, 1885 UNDER CAPTAIN WOODGET
modelled in 2.5 kilograms of sterling silver, from his own researches by R. Edwards, the hull with the frame exposed below the main wales, port holes, carved decoration including figurehead and stern, catheads with anchors and chains, the scored deck with details including deck rails, capstan, pumps, companionways, winch, belaying rails with pins, covered hatches, panelled deck houses with boat over, davits with covered boats, saloon light, signal gun, helm and crew, the masts with yards, foot ropes, full suit of sails, standing and running rigging with blocks and other details, mounted in a cut-away oak waterline display base with silver plaque, all silver components fully hallmarked for London 2012. Overall measurements -- 16½ x 27in. (42 x 68.5cm.); carry case

Recently completed and consigned by the retired silversmith/modeller, the overall condition is very good indeed.