Royal family; Louis, Lord Mountbatten Bronze: G Berlin Maquette Study for South Hampton 8 Memorial Dedication Start Price USD 9,500.00 Current Price USD 9,500.00 Time Left 29 days 10 hours 11 minutes Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Sunday, November 09, 2008 End Time Saturday, February 07, 2009 Location Atlanta, GA See more about 'Royal family; Louis, Lord Mountbatten Bronze: G Berlin' Description 20th Century, bronze maquette study for the 9 foot tall statue of Lord Louis Mountbatten, Earl Mountbatten, Viceroy of Burma; erected in Grosvenor Square, Southampton, Great Britain.  Created and signed by artist: Greta Berlin.  Commissioned. 1989.   Nicely patinated bronze on a contemporary marble base.  Signed and numbered on the rear leg:  Study 7  #1/3   Greta Berlin.   Other maquettes for this statue are recorded in the collections of: Patricia, 2nd Countess Mountbatten. Lady Pamela Hicks, Lord Romsey, and the Southampton City Council.  This example descends from the estate of Brigadier-General Sir Douglas Fredrick Rawdon Dawson.   Height of the maquette: 24 1/2 inches tall.   Approximately 9 inches across, and stands on a marble/terrazzo base.   Louis Francis Albert Victor Nicholas George Mountbatten, First Earl Mountbatten, KG, GCB, OM, GCVO, DSO, PC. (25 June, 1900 - 27 August, 1979). Born: His Serene Highness, Prince Louis of Battenberg (1900-1917),  Lord Mountbatten, was a British Admiral, great-grandson of Queen Victoria, hero of the second World War, and uncle to Prince Philip Mountbatten, Duke of Edinburgh (Great Britain).  As the last Viceroy of India (1947), he concluded negotiations for the independence and creation of the states of India and Pakistan.  Governor (1965) and Lord Lieutenant (1974) of the Isle of Wright, he was murdered by terrorists associated with the Irish Republican Army, on August 27, 1979,  while sailing in the harbor at Mullaghmore.   Further information on Lord Mountbatten's extraordinary life and career may be gathered on the web and numerous publications.  We recommend: Mountbatten, a biography, by: Philip Ziegler, 1986.   The artist: Greta Berlin, is represented throughout Great Britain and Europe in a variety of mediums.  Further references about the artist and her work are also available on the web.     For more items, Please visit our eBay store: Laffgaitfarms  We are on the internet at: michaelsureda.com, and represented by 14th Street Antiques Market, in Atlanta, Ga.  Please feel free to contact us via the contact seller link above, for information or further assistance with this or any other item.     THANK YOU for your consideration and patience with the following: *Due to the size and weight of this sculpture; we must have exact address information for a registered shipping quote.  *Kindly allow a minimum of 48 hrs for custom crating and International shipping INFORMATION, as we utilize a professional packaging company for this type of item. *Signature delivery required.  Shipping and delivery times are beyond our control.  The item will leave our establishment within 3 business days, of verified payment. *International bidders: Please inquire for restrictions on shipments to certain regions where we may be unable to ship, PRIOR to bidding. *Shipping rate quoted below is for the Continental USA ONLY.  All others MUST request an estimate or are aware that there may be a higher shipping fee to another destination.    *Purchaser is responsible for any international customs duties imposed.   *To ensure the best possible transaction and service, we try to troubleshoot from past experience and request certain requirements.   We are pleased to accommodate your special requests to ensure a satisfactory transaction and experience, within the  limits of the law and our capabilities.  PLEASE ASK US, for any questions or uncertainty, to avoid any confusion or misunderstandings. 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the Southampton City Council.  This example descends from the estate of Brigadier-General Sir Douglas Fredrick Rawdon Dawson, G.C.V.O., K.C.B., C.B., C.M.G.   Overall height of the maquette:  24 1/2 inches tall.  Approx 9 inches across.   Louis Francis Albert Victor Nicholas Mountbatten,  First Earl Mountbatten of Burma.  1900-1979  British Admiral, and great grandson of Queen Victoria, is also Uncle to Prince Philip Mountbatten, Duke of Edinburgh.  Lord Mountbatten, was a military hero of the second World War.  As the last Viceroy of India (1947) he concluded negotiations for the independence and creation of the20 states of India and Pakistan.  Governor (1965) and Lord Lieutenant (1974) of the Isle of Wright, he was assassinated by terrorists affiliated with the Irish Republican army in 1979.  (further references on his extraordinary life and career, can be read in: Mountbatten, a biography by Philip Ziegler, 1986.   Numerous other publications can be researched  on the web or library.)   Further information regarding the representative works of the artist: Greta Berlin, is available on the web at:http://gb.c8.com/public.html   Also, by entering Greta Berlin, artist,  a variety of articles and sites will lead to more about her work   Nicely patinated bronze on a contemporary terrazzo base.   Signed and numbered, on the rear leg:         Study 7 #1/3   Greta Berlin.     Other maquettes for this statue are recorded in the collections of Patricia, 2nd Countess Mountbatten, Lady Pamela Hicks, and Lord Romsey.  Also the Southampton City Council.  This example descends from the estate of Brigadier-General Sir Douglas Fredrick Rawdon Dawson, G.C.V.O., K.C.B., C.B., C.M.G.   Overall height of the maquette:  24 1/2 inches tall.  Approx 9 inches across.   Louis Francis Albert Victor Nicholas Mountbatten,  First Earl Mountbatten of Burma.  1900-1979  British Admiral, and great grandson of Queen Victoria, is also Uncle to Prince Philip Mountbatten, Duke of Edinburgh.  Lord Mountbatten, was a military hero of the second World War.  As the last Viceroy of India (1947) he concluded negotiations for the independence and creation of the states of India and Pakistan.  Governor (1965) and Lord Lieutenant (1974) of the Isle of Wright, he was assassinated by terrorists affiliated with the Irish Republican army in 1979.  (further references on his extraordinary life and career, can be read in: Mountbatten, a biography by Philip Ziegler, 1986.   Numerous other publications can be researched  on the web or library.)     Further information regarding the representative works of the artist: Greta Berlin, is available on the web at: http://gb.c8.com/public.html   Also, by entering Greta Berlin, artist,  a variety of articles and sites will lead to more about her work.   20th Century, bronze maquette study for the 9 Foot tall statue of Lord Louis Mountbatten, Earl Mountbatten, Viceroy of Burma, erected in Grosvenor Square, Southampton, Great Britain.  Created and signed by artist: Greta Berlin.   Commissioned, 1989.       Nicely patinated bronze on a contemporary terrazzo base.   Signed and numbered, on the rear leg:         Study 7 #1/3   Greta Berlin.     Other maquettes for this statue are recorded in the collections of Patricia, 2nd Countess Mountbatten, Lady Pamela Hicks, and Lord Romsey.  Also the Southampton City Council.  This example descends from the estate of Brigadier-General Sir Douglas Fredrick Rawdon Dawson, G.C.V.O., K.C.B., C.B., C.M.G.   20th Century, bronze maquette study for the 9 Foot tall statue of Lord Louis Mountbatten, Earl Mountbatten, Viceroy of Burma, er22020ected in Grosvenor Square, Southampton, Great Britain.  Created and signed by artist: Greta Berlin.   Commissioned, 1989.       Nicely patinated bronze on a contemporary terrazzo base.   Signed and numbered, on the rear leg:         Study 7 #1/3   Greta Berlin.     Other maquettes for this statue are recorded in the collections of Patricia, 2nd Countess Mountbatten, Lady Pamela Hicks, and Lord Romsey.  Also the Southampton City Council.  This example descends from the estate of Brigadier-General Sir Douglas Fredrick Rawdon Dawson, G.C.V.O., K.C.B., C.B., C.M.G.   Overall height of the maquette:  24 1/2 inches tall.  Approx 9 inches across.   Louis Francis Albert Victor Nicholas Mountbatten,  First Earl Mountbatten of Burma.  1900-1979  British Admiral, and great grandson of Queen Victoria, is also Uncle to Prince Philip Mountbatten, Duke of Edinburgh.  Lord Mountbatten, was a military hero of the second World War.  As the last Viceroy of India (1947) he concluded negotiations for the independence and creation of the states of India and Pakistan.  Governor (1965) and Lord Lieutenant (1974) of the Isle of Wright, he was assassinated by terrorists affiliated with the Irish Republican army in 1979.  (further references on his extraordinary life and career, can be read in: Mountbatten, a biography by Philip Ziegler, 1986.   Numerous other publications can be researched  on the web or library.)     Further information regarding the representative works of the artist: Greta Berlin, is available on the web at: http://gb.c8.com/public.html onze maquette study for the 9 Foot tall statue of Lord Louis Mountbatten, Earl Mountbatten, Viceroy of Burma, erected in Grosvenor Square, Southampton, Great Britain.  Created and signed by artist: Greta Berlin.   Commissioned, 1989.       Nicely patinated bronze on a contemporary terrazzo base.   Signed and numbered, on the rear leg:         Study 7 #1/3   Greta Berlin.     Other maquettes for this statue are recorded in the collections of Patricia, 2nd Countess Mountbatten, Lady Pamela Hicks, and Lord Romsey.  Also the Southampton City Council.  This example descends from the estate of Brigadier-General Sir Douglas Fredrick Rawdon Dawson, G.C.V.O., K.C.B., C.B., C.M.G.   Overall height of the maquette:  24 1/2 inches tall.  Approx 9 inches across.   Louis Francis Albert Victor Nicholas Mountbatten,  First Earl Mountbatten of Burma.  1900-1979  British Admiral, and great grandson of Queen Victoria, is also Uncle to Prince Philip Mountbatten, Duke of Edinburgh.  Lord Mountbatten, was a military hero of the second World War.  As the last Viceroy of India (1947) he concluded negotiations for the independence and creation of the states of India and Pakistan.  Governor (1965) and Lord Lieutenant (1974) of the Isle of Wright, he was assassinated by terrorists affiliated with the Irish Republican army in 1979.  (further references on his extraordinary life and career, can be read in: Mountbatten, a biography by Philip Ziegler, 1986.   Numerous other publications can be researched  on the web or library.)     Further information regarding the representative works of the artist: Greta Berlin, is available on the web at: http://gb.c8.com/public.html   Also, by entering Greta Berlin, artist,  a variety of articles and sites will lead to more about her work.     Also, by entering Greta Berlin, artist,  a variety of articles and sites will lead to more about her work.     Price: $13,000.00 USD   Overall height of the maquette:  24 1/2 inches tall.  Approx 9 inches across.   Louis Francis Albert Victor Nicholas Mountbatten,  First Earl Mountbatten of Burma.  1900-1979  British Admiral, and great grandson of Queen Victoria, is also Uncle to Prince Philip Mountbatten, Duke of Edinburgh.  Lord Mountbatten, was a military hero of the second World War.  As the last Viceroy of India (1947) he concluded negotiations for the independence and creation of the states of India and Pakistan.  Governor (1965) and Lord Lieutenant (1974) of the Isle of Wright, he was assassinated by terrorists affiliated with the Irish Republican army in 1979.  (further references on his extraordinary life and career, can be read in: Mountbatten, a biography by Philip Ziegler, 1986.   Numerous other publications can be researched  on the web or library.)     Further information regarding the representative works of the artist: Greta Berlin, is available on the web at: http://gb.c8.com/public.html   Also, by entering Greta Berlin, artist,  a variety of articles and sites will lead to more about her work.     Price: $13,000.00 USD   Place a Bid!