Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors

Description

A cased model of the clipper ship 'The Hippolyta' featuring the Saltire flag is in outstanding condition, boasting exquisite details with beautifully painted sky and seascape backgrounds. As Christmas draws near, consider opting for a unique gift for that special man in your life.

Background of The Hippolyta ship from the Clyde Ships website: The Hippolyta was built in Scotland by John Reid & Co of Port Glasgow in the East Yard and was launched in January 1856. As a general cargo ship, it was an iron sailing vessel with three masts. The ships dimensions were 193.6 ft x 32.2ft x 20ft (59m x 9.8m x 6m) and the first owners were Joseph Heap & Sons, Liverpool. in 1856 she sailed to Calcutta. The main deck was replaced in 1888 and she was re-rigged as a barque in 1889 and sold again in Glasgow in 1892. She was finally abandoned in 1893 after she encountered a hurricane in the North Atlantic. All crew were picked up by steamer DONAU travelling from New Orleans to Hamburg and in 1893 the derelict wreck was seen floating in North Atlantic, East of Norfolk, Virginia.
Internal Ref: SAI2972
Dimensions
Height = 71.5 cm (28.1")
Width = 40.5 cm (15.9")
Depth = 25 cm (9.8")
All measurements are done to the widest point .
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Delivery
We can arrange to deliver any where in the world just let us know your destination and we will get a quote for you .
Here at Sinclair's Antiques and Interiors we do our utmost best to ensure all our items are described and photographed to show any flaws or damage such as shrinkage splits, losses or lifts to veneer, repairs or marks. However giving the age and the fact that each piece will have had years of polishing to create its own individual character we cannot describe every minor mark separately and therefore recommend you either visit our warehouse or request extra photographs.
We offer a 7 day money back guarantee if you are unhappy with any of your items purchased from us however cannot refund the return shipping cost.
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