A 1/16 IN - 1 FT model ship of the Great Lakes paddle steamer Tashmoo by Harvey Nissley. Constructed of carved and painted wood. Mounted to a wooden display base with clear acrylic cover. This lot includes a lithograph in color titled 'Tashmoo landing, Port Huron, Michigan, 1917". Illegibly signed lower right, titled lower center with an edition of 636/650 lower left. This lot also includes a second color lithograph of the Tashmoo in profile circa 1900. Pencil signed lower right with an edition of 47/950 lower left. Both lithographs are framed and matted under glass.

Provenance:
Property from prominent Aberdeen, WA and Traverse City, MI private collectors.

Dimensions:
Ship Model. 'Frame' dimensions are the display case size. H 5" W 4.25" L 20" Frame Size: H 6.5" W 22" Depth 7" 1 PC
Tashmoo Landing, Port Huron. H 10" W 14.75" Frame Size: H 21" W 24.5" 1 PC
Tashmoo - 1900 H 11" W 31" Frame Size: H 20.75" W 40.75" 1 PC Ship model: No issues with the model itself. Scattered light surface scuff and scratches to the clear acrylic of the case. Tashmoo Landing, Port Huron: Pale light staining. Scuffs and nicks to the frame. Tashmoo circa 1900: Tide line at the lower right corner of the matting. The lithograph itself is unaffected by this. | Please note all lots show signs of wear commensurate with age and use, and the lack of a statement regarding condition does not imply the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from defects or the effects of aging. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of DuMouchelles' specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the “Request Condition Report” or “Ask a Question” buttons or email conditions@dumoart.com.

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