Model of Bhar panski, Calcutta cargo boat with matting cover.

Model of Bhar panski, Calcutta cargo boat with matting cover.

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Model, scale unknown, of 'Bhar panski', a passenger cargo boat from Calcutta, with matting cover and triangular rudder, unsigned, India, 1800-1929

Details

Category:
Water Transport
Object Number:
1929-1088
Materials:
wood (unidentified), metal (unknown) and bamboo
Measurements:
overall: 375 mm x 825 mm x 240 mm,
type:
model - representation and cargo vessel
credit:
Victoria and Albert Museum, Indian Section