A well-constructed mahogany scale model (probably from the company model workshop) of a Caproni high-wing single-engined aircraft, the 9-cylinder radial engine with aluminium Fairey-Reed type propeller. The windscreen and cabin windows inlaid with fruitwood, the mainplanes and tail surfaces with incised ailerons, elevators and rudder, the simulated sprung undercarriage and wing struts in brass, and with aluminium wheels
Dimensions: 59cm wingspan
Sold for £350
Estimated at £400 - £600
A well-constructed mahogany scale model (probably from the company model workshop) of a Caproni high-wing single-engined aircraft, the 9-cylinder radial engine with aluminium Fairey-Reed type propeller. The windscreen and cabin windows inlaid with fruitwood, the mainplanes and tail surfaces with incised ailerons, elevators and rudder, the simulated sprung undercarriage and wing struts in brass, and with aluminium wheels
Dimensions: 59cm wingspan
Auction: Early Flight - The Caproni Collection & The Collectors Sale, 12th Nov, 2024
Early flight, Aeronautica, and the Caproni collection
Viewing
Saturday 9th November 10am to 13:00pm
Sunday 10th November 10am to 15:00pm
Monday 11th November 10:00am to 16:00pm
Tuesday 12th November 09:00am to 11:00am