Bidspirit auction | Japanese Model Torpedo Destroyer attributed

Japanese Model Torpedo Destroyer attributed to ITO - 31.5 inches long. This is a large-scale Japanese model torpedo destroyer, attributed to the manufacturer ITO based on visual characteristics and market consensus. The vessel is primarily constructed of wood with additional metal and glass fittings. The exterior features a three-tone paint scheme of light blue upper works and a red lower hull, separated by black and yellow waterline stripes. The deck surface is detailed with carved parallel lines to simulate wooden planking. Deck-mounted equipment includes multiple dual-gun turrets, four large side-mounted torpedoes with gold-painted tips, two miniature metal lifeboats on davits, a life ring, and navigation lights with colored glass lenses. A decorative gauge is inset into the mid-deck area. The stern is equipped with twin three-blade metal propellers and an adjustable metal rudder assembly. The interior, accessed by removing deck sections, reveals a wooden structure containing an electrical wiring harness, a terminal block, and one electric motor. The motor is marked with a yellow label bearing the characters T R Y. This model was originally designed for battery-operated twin-screw propulsion. Length: 31.5 inches.