Model of a Coracle from Ironbridge

Model of a Coracle from Iron Bridge, on the Upper Severn

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Model of a Coracle from Iron Bridge, on the Upper Severn
Science Museum Group Collection
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Model of a Coracle from Ironbridge, on the Upper Severn, by Harry Rogers, Ironbridge, Shropshire, England, 1930-1936. Made with a frame-work of willow and hazel withies, coracles were originally covered hide but more recently tarred cloth has been used. There are two classes: one bowl-shaped & the other almost square in plan.

Details

Category:
Water Transport
Object Number:
1936-657
Materials:
wood (unidentified), fabric (coated), metal (unknown), leather and paint
Measurements:
overall: 100 mm x 320 mm x 360 mm, .405kg
type:
model - representation, coracle and watercraft
credit:
Mr. Harry Rogers