Furniture and Works of Art - 10th March 2009

Lot 195

A cavalry sketch board

Estimate £120 - £150 | Hammer £120

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Description

A cavalry sketch board, satinwood, boxwood and brass mounted, the top inset a compass above 'VERNER'S PATENT No 1862,' with slitted brass side bars, the reverse with inclinometer and leather wrist strap, 9.75 x 7in (24.6 x 18cm) in a leather pouch, inscribed 'H.A.R.MAY ARTISTS. R.V,' and two brass cased field compasses., with leather cases. (3)