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English Nautical Motif 'HMS Wanderer' Paint Decorated Storage Chest

Price realized
$338
Pre-sale estimate
$80 – $150
Hammer price
$275
Category
Boxes
Sold
October 31, 2026
Sale
SPECIAL 9AM START-DAY 2- OCTOBER 2026 | EUROPEAN INTERIORS & ESTATE COLLECTIONS

Lot description

English paint-decorated nautical motif storage chest, late 20th c., the hinged lid decorated with a three-masted sailing vessel, "H.M.S. Wanderer," the front with heraldic crest and motto "For King and Country," inscribed "Capt. Thos. McBain," on a molded plinth base, wear and spotting to paint, small loss to inner rear hinge trim, approx 10.25"h, 18.25"w, 10.5"d, 13.75 lbs

This lot sold at a past Austin Auction Gallery sale. Prices realized include the buyer's premium and are provided for research only — they are not an appraisal or a guarantee of future value.