24th Jun, 2024 11:00
The House & Garden Sale
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A 19th century model steam engine
The brass steam engine with spoked flywheel and Watts parallel motion connecting the beam to the piston rod, all mounted on a wooden base.
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Dimensions: The flywheel 24.5cm diameter, the cylinder with a bore of approximately 3.5cm, the base 56cm wide.
Sold for £950
Estimated at £500 - £800
The brass steam engine with spoked flywheel and Watts parallel motion connecting the beam to the piston rod, all mounted on a wooden base.
(2)
Dimensions: The flywheel 24.5cm diameter, the cylinder with a bore of approximately 3.5cm, the base 56cm wide.
Generally in reasonable condition considering age. The engine rotates and motion works, but with heavy oxidation overall. Signs of old lacquer, some joints loose, and with some parts lacking including screws underneath, exhaust pipe etc.
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Auction: The House & Garden Sale, 24th Jun, 2024
To include Fine Decorative Furniture, Paintings, Works of Art and Garden Ornament
Viewing
Friday 21 June 10.00am to 4.00pm
Saturday 22 June 10.00am to 4.00pm
Sunday 23 June 10.00am to 3.00pm
