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Oak yacht tiller mounted on two deck planks

Offered by: Wick Antiques LTD

Description
Oak yacht tiller mounted on two deck planks from the author Arthur Ransome's 1931 Hilliard built yacht 'Nancy Blackett'.

The tiller is from author Arthur Ransome's yacht 'Nancy Blackett', named after the fictional pirate captain in his Swallows and Amazons series. The yacht also starred in another of his books, 'we Didn;t Mean To Go To Sea' in which was called 'Goblin'.

The yacht was found semi derelict in Scarborough Harbournin 1988 and was then taken over by the Nancy Blackett Trust and has since undergone extensive restoration.

More Information

Origin:	England
Period:	1920-1949
Creation Date:	1931
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Incollect Reference #:	277234

Dimensions

W.	18 in;	H.	160 in;
W.	45.72 cm;	H.	406.4 cm;

Message from Seller:

Wick Antiques, established by Charles Wallrock in the early 1980s, specializes in fine antiques with a reputation built on extensive knowledge and long-standing relationships, including with Harrods. Contact Charles at 44.159.067.7558 or via email at charles@wickantiques.co.uk for exceptional pieces curated by a team with expertise in Islamic, Japanese, and fine works of art.