Arawa (1884); Tainui (1884)
Scale: 1:48. Builder's mirror backed model representing the 'Arawa' and 'Tainui' (both 1884), passenger/cargo ships (powered). Model is half hull, decked and equipped. Plaque inscribed "Model of the steel screw steam ships "Arawa" and "Tainui". Built for the Shaw Savill & Albion Co., Limited. By Wm. Denny & Bros, Dumbarton Engined By Denny & Co., Dumbarton. Dimensions length between Perpendiculars 420ft Breadth Moulded 46ft Depth Moulded 32ft Tonnage Gross Register 5026 Tons Scale 1/4 inch Equals one foot".
Object Details
ID: | SLR1140 |
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Collection: | Ship models |
Type: | Builder's, Mirror backed model |
Display location: | Not on display |
Vessels: | Arawa (1884); Tainui (1884) |
Date made: | circa 1884 |
People: | William Denny and Brothers Limited |
Credit: | National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London |
Measurements: | Overall model and case: 506 x 3216 x 276 mm |
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