13th Jul, 2024 14:00 GMT/BST
The Summer Transport Sale
650
Steam Launch Branksome 1896
fine scale model constructed primarily in wood and built from original plans by David Cadman, with stern cabin with detaled interior; powered by a Cheddar Models twin cylinder engine with wooden lagged boiler 77", 195cm on base with plaque
The prototype was built in 1896 by George Brockbank and named Lily and at some point renamed Branksome, it was bought by the Windermere Steamboat Museum in the 1960's where it remains
Sold for £2,300
Estimated at £3,000 - £4,000
Auction: The Summer Transport Sale, 13th Jul, 2024
An array of classic and vintage cars and motorcycles will be coming under the hammer in Tennants Auctioneers’ Summer Transport Sale on 13th July, along with intricately made live steam and models, and automobilia from car mascots to antique enamel signage.
Leading the sale are a selection of cars including a 1979 Austin Morris Pick-Up (estimate: £9,500-£10,500 all figures exclude buyer’s premium) and a 1951 MG (estimate: £7,000-8,000). Highlights of the motorcycle section include a 1932 Rudge Whitworth Motorcycle (estimate: £6,000-8,000), and a c.1968 Triumph T120R (estimate: £4,500-5,000).
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Sunday 7th July - Friday 12th July 11am-4pm, and morning of sale from 8am
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