Maritime Model Appraisal

Queen Anne Cruise Ship Model

This is a detailed scale model of the 'Queen Anne' cruise ship, mounted on a wooden display base. The model appears to be constructed from plastic or resin, painted in the ship's characteristic livery: a predominantly white superstructure with intricate detailing of windows and decks in black, and a vibrant red hull topped with a black line along the waterline. The funnels are distinctly red with a black top. The scale is modest, suggesting it's a desktop or bookshelf display piece, likely around 12-18 inches in length given its context next to a computer monitor. The craftsmanship appears to be good, with fine lines and intricate paintwork suggesting attention to detail in replicating the ship's features, including railings, lifeboats, and antenna masts on the top decks. Small, delicate elements such as the mast and antenna are visible. The model sits securely on a light-colored wooden base. The base has "QUEEN ANNE" clearly inscribed or printed in black uppercase letters on its front face, indicating the specific vessel the model represents. The base itself seems to be solid wood, possibly varnished or polished, with a natural wood grain visible. The overall condition looks good, with no obvious signs of significant wear, damage, or repairs from the visible angles. The paintwork seems largely intact and free from chips or fading. Given its likely material and construction, it is most probably a contemporary collectible or souvenir, perhaps produced in relation to the launching or major events concerning the Queen Anne cruise ship. The specific age is not discernible but it is clearly a modern production piece, mimicking the actual cruise ship which launched recently. The quality of detail suggests it is more than a simple toy, but rather a display-grade model.