Sectional model; Midship model; Frame model

Scale: Unknown. A sectional model depicting the midship frame and keel of a warship (circa 1814). The model shows the old plan of framing men-of-war with singular chocks at the beads and heels of the timbers which was in use prior to 1814. The model is made in wood, and stained and varnished a dark brown colour. Seven floor frames are shown together with the keel and the side of the hull shows three gun ports - two on the main deck and one on the gun deck. The keel is marked "37" and "C2".

Object Details

ID: SLR2297
Collection: Ship models
Type: Sectional model; Midship model; Frame model
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Unknown
Date made: circa 1814
People: South Kensington Museum
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London.
Measurements: Overall model: 496 x 242 x 462 mm
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