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The Superb Model of a three-masted sailing ship, 74-gun flag…
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The Superb Model of a three-masted sailing ship, 74-gun flag…
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Estimate €500 - €800
Voluntary lot
Description
The Superb
Model of a three-masted sailing ship, 74-gun flagship of the Royal Navy
20th century
Wood, iron, ropes and fabric
Height 89 cm - Length : 115 cm
Minor chips and minor restorations
Provenance: Given to the current owner by the buyer of a château belonging to the General Weygand family.
The construction of the Superbe was part of a programme decided by Louis XVI to diversify the types of ships in service in the Royal Navy. Its construction was supervised by Jacques-Noël Sané. Launched in 1785, the ship was part of Admiral Villaret de Joyeuse's fleet. It took part in the Great Winter cruise, but was seriously damaged and suffered water ingress during a storm in January 1795, so Admiral de Joyeuse decided to abandon the vessel.
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About the sale
Grand Ouest and Breton Tradition. Part 2.
Auction location
Auction time
06/23/2026 at 2:15 PM
Pictures credits: Contact the Auction House
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