Model of slide valves as fitted to to the steam frigate HMS 'Gorgon' (1837)

Mounted diagrammic model, scale 1:10, of the cylinder, standards and entablature of Seaward's patent slide valves as fitted to the steam frigate HMS 'Gorgon' (1837)

Details

Category:
Marine Engines
Object Number:
1891-175
Materials:
brass (copper, zinc alloy) and mahogany (wood)
Measurements:
overall: 425 mm x 763 mm x 73 mm,
type:
model - representation and valve
credit:
Bullivant and Co.