Model of Thames pleasure skiff

Model of Thames pleasure skiff Model of Thames pleasure skiff

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Contemporary model, scale 1:4, of a Thames pleasure skiff, a clinker-built boat with stowed sail rig, two sets of oars and two boat hooks, cedar planking, oak gunwales (top edge of hull) and thwarts (including bench seat at stern), unsigned, British, 1890-1920

Details

Category:
Water Transport
Object Number:
1975-521
Materials:
oak (wood), cedar (wood), raffer, wood (unidentified), cotton (textile), paint, leather and metal (unknown)
Measurements:
overall: 225 mm x 1880 mm x 355 mm,
type:
skiff and model - representation
credit:
Thomas, D.S.