Model of a Whaler built cutter with wooden stand

Model of a Whaler built cutter with wooden stand, c. 1850. This model represents a whaler mainly propelled by oarsmen. It could also be used for sail, although there is no fitting for a drop keel. The model is fitted with washboards for extended cruises.

Details

Category:
Water Transport
Object Number:
1925-685
type:
model of a whaler built cutter with wooden stand
credit:
H.F. McClintock

Parts

Model of a Whaler built cutter

Model of a Whaler built cutter

Model of a Whaler built cutter, c. 1850. This model represents a whaler mainly propelled by oarsmen. It could also be used for sail, although there is no fitting for a drop keel. The model is fitted with washboards for extended cruises.

Object Number:
1925-685/1
type:
model: whaler
Image ©
The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum
Stand for whaler built cutter

Stand for whaler built cutter

Stand for Whaler built cutter, c. 1850. This model represents a whaler mainly propelled by oarsmen. It could also be used for sail, although there is no fitting for a drop keel. The model is fitted with washboards for extended cruises.

Measurements:
overall: 30 mm x 510 mm x 90 mm,
Materials:
wood (unidentified)
Object Number:
1925-685/2
type:
stand for whaler model
Image ©
The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum

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