Constructional model, of a Harwich sailing barge, with port side planking from turn of bilge to just under the sheer strake removed

Made:
1893 in Brentford
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Whole model of a Thames sailing barge
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Whole model of a Thames sailing barge
Science Museum Group Collection
© The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum

Whole constructional model, Scale 1:24, of a Harwich sailing barge, with port side planking from turn of bilge to just under the sheer strake removed to reveal the frames, by Thomas Green, Brentford, Middlesex, England, 1893. Although the vessel has a flat bottom, it also has fine lines at the bow and stern.

Details

Category:
Water Transport
Object Number:
1893-215
Materials:
wood (unidentified), brass (copper, zinc alloy) and cotton (fibre)
Measurements:
overall: 145 mm x 1072 mm x 260 mm,
type:
model - representation and sailing ship
credit:
Green, J.