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Lot 55: A Collection of Maritime Salvage Fishing Buoys
Not sold
A collection of maritime salvage fishing buoys in an assortment of forms and materials including plastic, composite, and heavy-duty rubber. The group features a large spherical green plastic buoy with a central aperture containing a knotted length of heavy natural fibre rope. Also included are several conical and pear-shaped floats in varying shades of cream, yellow, and terracotta. One terracotta-coloured plastic buoy is embossed with a literal anchor symbol above the number 12. Another spherical buoy features a mottled grey stone-effect or concrete-like composite surface. Many of the buoys retain their original heavy gauge rope attachments, displaying knotted loops and spliced ends. Several pieces show evidence of a conical stem or handle integrated into the moulding. The surfaces vary from smooth plastic to heavily textured composite, with some examples displaying a distressed, weathered finish consistent with prolonged exposure to marine environments.
Condition report:
The collection is in authentic salvaged condition with extensive signs of outdoor exposure and utility. There are heavy organic deposits, including dried moss and lichen, particularly visible on the cream conical buoy and the green spherical buoy (photo 1). Surface abrasions, deep scratches, and staining are present across all items (photo 1 and 2). The ropes show significant fraying, discolouration, and stiffening from salt exposure. No structural cracks are visible, but the materials exhibit overall UV-related fading and surface degradation.
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