The Estates of James Bisback & Jonny Kalisch

November 09, 2015

LOT 178

Lot 178

Russian Space Program: Flown Soyuz TMA-1 Descent Module Heat Shield Ablative Roll Thruster Engine Cover, Launch Date: Oct. 30, 2002

Russian Space Program: Flown Soyuz TMA-1 Descent Module Heat Shield Ablative Roll Thruster Engine Cover, Launch Date: Oct. 30, 2002
Lot 178 Details
Russian Space Program: Flown Soyuz TMA-1 Descent Module Heat Shield Ablative Roll Thruster Engine Cover, Launch Date: Oct. 30, 2002

composite of ebonite, carbon fiber and glass, now mounted on iron stand
18.3" x 20.5" — 46.5 x 52 cm.

Estimate $1,000-$1,500

Realised: $2,706
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Russian Space Program: Flown Soyuz TMA-1 Descent Module Heat Shield Ablative Roll Thruster Engine Cover, Launch Date: Oct. 30, 2002
  • Russian Space Program: Flown Soyuz TMA-1 Descent Module Heat Shield Ablative Roll Thruster Engine Cover, Launch Date: Oct. 30, 2002
Note:

The TMA-1 was the 5th Soyuz spacecraft to fly to the International Space Station. The present lot was part of the Thermal Control System, essential to the protection of the craft and crew during reentry and was located in front of the ‘roll thruster’ engine which manages module orientation. The TMA-1 returned to earth on May 4, 2003.

CONDITION DETAILS

In good conditon.

LOT 178
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About Condition Ratings

  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

Note: Condition ratings and condition details are the subjective opinions of our specialists and should be used as a guide only. Waddington’s uses due care when preparing condition details, however, our staff are not professional restorers or conservators. Condition details and reports are not warranties and each lot is sold “as is” in accordance with the buyer’s terms and conditions of sale. In all cases the prospective purchaser is responsible for inspecting the property themselves prior to placing a bid.