Model of small Arab Baghla

Made:
1845-1851

Model, scale 1:24, of small Arab ocean-going dhow known as a 'Baghla', with two masts, undecked, with poop.

Details

Category:
Water Transport
Object Number:
1929-1067
Materials:
wood (unidentified), cotton (textile) and cotton (fibre)
Measurements:
overall: 774 mm x 1150 mm x 210 mm,
type:
sailing vessel, cargo vessel and model - representation
credit:
Victoria and Albert Museum, Indian Section