Model of a frigate, 44 guns
Material: Birch, mahogany, brass
Description: Plank on frame model of a circa 1800 frigate, 44 guns. Each plank has been pinned to the frame and each head caulked. Holds have removable covers and a viewer can peek inside for a glimpse at the framing and decks. A pencil signature is visible on the main deck surface through the main hold (see image). The captain’s quarters deckhouse has a sliding roof cover, hinged door and glass surround at its base. Each piece of glass has been chamfered so as to securely fasten to the wood frame. This cabin is also removable to reveal stairs with newel posts chamfered at the tops along with balusters. A center platform landing supports the separate staircase stringers. At the bottom of the companionway is an oval shaped, officer’s table. Rigging is complete, both running and standing which has been tarred. Masts are capped by an integrated ball turning. Figurehead is highly detailed and expertly carved and features a trampled horse, cherub and nude man (possibly Hercules). Stern board has been painted and attached with screws and features two images of seated Liberty, one with pole to cap and one with shield. Each leans towards the other. Cannons are brass, each slightly different indicating hand working and rest on naval style, stepped carriages. Touch holes in each cannon complete the working appearance. Wheel turns to facilitate the working rudder. Other features are windlass, brass anchors, long boats, belaying pins, coiled lines, blocks, hatch covers with lift rings, fighting platforms with framing member supports, gunwale framing and more.Constructed of what appears to be birch planking and mahogany keel, rudder, masts and wales. The whole mounted on a cradle fastened to the ship's sides.American, 19th century.
Construction: Plank on frame
Date: 19th century
Size: H. 33.25, L. 39.5, W. 14.5"
Weight: 5 pounds
Condition: Missing main hatch cover, bow sprit repaired, one side of wood crown molding of stern carving missing, other minor imperfections.