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A Model Of The Great Lakes Ore Carrier Ernest T. Weir
Otto J. Kirchner; American, 20th century
A fine and well detailed model built in 1/16in. scale with a wood hull which has been carved, shaped and faired to the hull shape of the ship. The hull of the model is plated and painted a dark rust red. Along the topsides is lettered "National Steel Corporation". At the bow of the model is a short bow sprit, and the forward cabin structure which includes the bridge. Along the center of the model are 19 cargo holds which are for the ore. At the stern of the model is the aft cabin structure. Both cabin structures are painted white with grey decks. The model is well detailed which includes: anchors, deck railings, ladders, life rings, rafts, radar masts, life boats on davits, cargo hatch hoist, docking wheel, rudder, propeller and other details. The model is displayed on keel blocks on a grey painted base and displayed in a glass case with an oak frame and base.
50 x 8½ x 15½ in. (127 x 21.6 x 39.3 cm.) cased dimensions.
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