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Architect's Half Model of Wrigley Yacht Wasp

$55,000
£41,815.14
€48,256.27
CA$76,985.24
A$86,202.92
CHF 44,976.38
MX$1,050,319.35
NOK 570,718.20
SEK 542,601.05
DKK 360,201.27
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About the Item

Period builders model of the motor yacht "Wasp". Superb example of the model makers art. We present this model of the Wrigley Family Yacht "Wasp". Wasp was a forty size foot motor cruiser built by Great lakes Boat Building Corp, Chicago. Speed was 27 mph, 400 horsepower. The model is beyond superb. What a piece pf art. This is the original architect's model. It has controls, windscreen, portholes, prop, rudder, cabins, etc. Circa 1923.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14 in (35.56 cm)Width: 42 in (106.68 cm)Depth: 6 in (15.24 cm)
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  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1923
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Norwell, MA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 68061stDibs: LU1741230103602

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