An interesting and exceptionally well built ship model from the early quarter of the 19th Century, this large British Revenue Cutter would have been made to demonstrate and teach the art of making and controlling the rigging of such a vessel. Made by masters, the plank-on-frame cutter is made of heavy mix of hardwood and brass, with a traditional copper-plated hull. The masts and boom, ratlines included, exist, but are not installed in its current existence as a quality, glass-topped table.
On-deck hardware makes the model more complete, with a massive windlass for the anchors forward on the deck, and large dead-eye blocks to mark the rigging positions. The rudder is controlled and working at the end of a sleek tiller arm. The deck is flush with ten brass cannons on hardwood carriages, their lines ready for application. The detail of every feature is spot on accurate, so that the ship is exactly a match for the numerous vessels employed in the pursuit of smugglers and pirates of the British coastlines.
The modern glass top is of heavy character and top quality, set on adjustable plinths of brass. While quite secure, this is easily removed so if an adventurous owner wished, he could re-establish the mast and rig to complete the model to its more than 9' height. A custom hardwood cradle stand has been made to display the model securely. This is one of less than a handful of this type of training model to exist in our knowledge.
Dimensions:
Model is 86 1/4 x 25 3/4 inches.
Glass top: 89 x 29 inches , 1/2 inch thick.
Base Stand: 47 x 17 1/2 inches , overall height 30 inches.
