Model of a large curragh from the Aran Islands

Model of a large Curragh, from the Aran Islands. Made by Mr J.H. Craine. This sea-going boat, made from a wooden framework covered with tarred cloth, are used on the west coast of Ireland. They were generally propelled by oars and larger curraghs were fitted with a mast and a lug-sail. Scale None given

Details

Category:
Water Transport
Object Number:
1934-689
Materials:
wood (unidentified), metal (unknown) and fabric (coated)
Measurements:
overall: 115 mm x 970 mm x 152 mm, .69kg
type:
model - representation and curragh
credit:
Craine, J. H.