Model of oil burning installation on a ship

Sectional model, scale 1:12, showing Smiths' patent oil burning installation (c.1924) in a typical boiler room of a mercantile ship, including oil handling plant and storage tank, in glazed case (see note), made by Swinney Bros. Ltd., Morpeth, 1924-1929.

Details

Category:
Marine Engines
Object Number:
1929-992
Materials:
wood (unidentified), brass (copper, zinc alloy), copper (alloy) and paint
Measurements:
overall (1 of 2): 785 mm x 570 mm x 822 mm,
overall (2 of 2): 125 mm x 96 mm x 125 mm,
type:
model - representation and engine -power producing equipment
credit:
Swinney Brothers Limited