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Metadata
Catalog Number |
C10.539 |
Title |
Half-hull model 'Sassacus', paddlewheel |
Object Name |
Model, ship |
Description |
Half hull model of 'Sassacus', paddlewheel, brown stain below water line, black painted above; paddle wheel is bent; mounting board beveled and uneven. Port side. Three labels: Navy Yard dimensions, identification, armament -- all painted onto mounting board, gold lettering on black background. Anchor visible hanging from bow. Life boat davits visible, no life boat; rail around upper deck, two deck 'houses', ladder between decks. |
Date |
1863 |
Year Range from |
1862 |
Year Range to |
1864 |
Artist |
Portsmouth Naval Shipyard |
Dimensions |
L-59.5 inches |
Material |
wood, maple/pine |
Place of Origin |
Kittery, Maine |
Provenance |
Built at Portsmouth Navy Yard |
Search Terms |
Sassacus (Ship) Half-Hull Model Portsmouth Naval Shipyard |
Subjects |
Half-hulls Model ships |