Cargo Steamer “Caledonian Monarch” 5851 tons

Owners The Monarch Steamship Co. Ltd. Glasgow

 

Four foot live steam model of an actual Scottish vessel. Model parts partially  constructed in 1932

by a 13 yr. old scion of the Royce family (as in Rolls-Royce). Left unfinished , it was  acquired  by

us directly from the family. Many original parts including funnel, top deck and small fittings

are present (10 above )

1)               Drawing of actual vessel

2)               Signed, dated (1932) and framed blueprint for elevation and deck plans for the model.

3)               Profile of hull which is carved from one piece of wood.

4)               Deck parts placed on top to give idea of  her final restored appearance

5)               Super structure  also placed as above

6)               View of rudder and propeller

7)               View of fully restored and working steam engine (connected to drive shaft and propeller.)

8)               Another view of  engine.

9)                And another.

She awaits sympathetic completion.  Further details on provenance can be supplied to purchaser.   $1250.

Always the Unusual

Copyright Duncan Robert Antiques 2007.  E&O E.

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