Kassel 2013
The 16th biannual "Sammlertreffen" was held at Kassel's Philipp-Scheidemann-Haus on May 25, 2013.
Photos by Harald Scheel, Ulrich Rudofsky and Peter Ohm
The main hall, with the CM table in the foreground.
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Kassel 2013 was well-attended, though not as many second-hand models were available as in previous years and several familiar faces were missing. Still, those who came had a wide range of both new and second-hand models to choose from, as well as many books, artwork and one-of-a-kind items that can only be found at the Kassel meeting.
The main hall, with Helge Fischer (L) and Skytrex (R) One of the second-hand model rooms.
Some of Wilhelm Tuemmler's unique paper models. A good selection of second-hands.
Veteran Kassel visitor Ulrich Rudofsky... ...and first-time visitor Teruo Higashiguchi.
Bill Werner of MSM. Harald Scheel (L) with noted collector Peter Tamm. The next generation.
The Marquardt family at the CM table. Charles Jones and Carlo Marquardt.
Norbert Broecher of Rhenania. Three of Norbert's new container ships.
Matti Broecher (Rhenania Jr) and Chris Daley (California). Michael Reiss of Mike's Modelle.
Dave Love of Mountford. Part of Dave's extensive range of models.
Last of the Mercators...original masters for sale by Skytrex. Wilhelm Tuemmler
Peter & Hilde Krtina of Hai. Hjalmar Heinen with Nils Guenther-Eschholz of LaWaLu.
H.P. Weiss finishing a paper model. Oliver & Martina Maertins at the Optatus/Welt der Schiffsminiaturen table.
Egbert Kraus demonstrates 3D modeling on the computer. "Mr. JW" Johann Wolkersdorfer (R) with a customer.
Dave Willcocks represented the UK's classic Triang line. Roland Klinger of Rodkling.
Joachim Theil offered his usual extensive range of second-hand models. Peter Van Staalduinen sold books and models
Peter Chuldziak with photos of his paper models. Maritime art for sale in one of the second-hand rooms.
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The previous afternoon, many collectors gathered at the Waldhotel Schaefferberg for socializing and drinks followed by the traditional group dinner. Several new model releases made their debut as collectors shared experiences, news and a rumor or two.
Collectors gather at the Schaefferberg. Peter Van Staalduinen and Egbert Kraus discuss a Seavee.
Nils Neelsen and Peter Van Staalduinen Roland Klinger's dioramas attracted much attention.
SMY's new release of the US fleet collier Jupiter stars in a Roland Klinger diorama.
Klinger's camouflaged Tirpitz hides alongside a pier.
Bill Werner and Rudi Kraus. Collectors meet over dinner.
Harald & Johanna Scheel, Ulrich Rudofsky and Nils Neelsen are among Harald Scheel announces SMSC's upcoming
the table guests. 2014 meeting at San Diego.
Birgit & Bernd Schwarz of Galerie Maritim. Atsuko & Teruo Higashiguchi with John & Jenny Olsen
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