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Scale Model of a Fully Fitted Whale Boat, circa 1950s

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Vintage Scale Model of a Fully Fitted Whale Boat, circa 1950s, a hand crafted wooden model of a carvel hulled whale boat having a smooth strake edge to edge construction, fully fitted with mast and spar, 5 oars, steering sweep, tiller, 2 paddles, 4 harpoons, 2 lances, waif, spade, 2 line tubs, boat hook, firkins, etc, in white hull paint with black sheer strake, grey gunwale, and blue interior and fore and aft decking; mounted on an ebonized stand. The model remains in very good condition. The gallows holding the bow chock has been re-adhered to the gunwale. A harpoon has come loose from its wooden pole, and at least one piece, a lance, has become bent with age. Measures: 2-1/4 in H x 12-7/8 in L x 3-1/4 in W On Stand: 5-1/2 in H x 12-7/8 in L x 3-3/8 in W
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)Width: 12.88 in (32.72 cm)Depth: 3.38 in (8.59 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Nantucket, MA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: AD - 287-63 LWI1stDibs: LU903944835882

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