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Steam Yacht "Erin", 1899

About the Item

Sir Thomas Lipton's yacht "Erin" of 1899 model in glass and mahogany display case with separate table stand. Lipton's great passion was to win the America's cup and Erin served as his floating base for his unsuccessful challenges in 1899, 1901 and 1903. The model of Erin is highly detailed with helm, binnacle, bridge, ladders, skylights, hatches, lifeboats hanging from davits, cabins, doors, portholes, chain, anchor, masts, life rings, funnel etc. 49" long x 14" deep x 57 1/2" high with table (table adds 30" to height of case).
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 57.5 in (146.05 cm)Width: 49 in (124.46 cm)Depth: 14 in (35.56 cm)
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Unknown
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Norwell, MA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1741212014553

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