$705
Carved and Painted Wooden Model of the Brigantine Newsboy , made by Harry Connell, America, 20th century, two-masted fully-rigged model with green and white painted hull, mounted on a wood base, ht. 17, lg. 20 3/4 in. Note: The model is accompanied by a plaque reading: "The 'Newsboy' was built in Boston in 1854. Noted for her sea-kindly hull and speed in all winds and on all points. She was a combination freight and passenger dispatch boat ideally suited for shorter hauls."
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2005-02-19