Full hull model; Danbuoy

Danbuoy from a full hull model of a 2-masted vischhoeker dogre (sailing fishing vessel). Model is decked, equipped and rigged. Base inscribed "Presented to Admiral Sir Gerald C Dickens KCVO CB CMG by the Royal Netherlands Navy 10-9-'45". Plaque inscribed "Model of Netherlands Vischhoeker vessel of similar design was used off the Dutch coast during the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries". "A125(37)" on keel. Hull pierced below waterline amidships for fish well.

Object Details

ID: SLR1858.47
Type: Full hull model; Danbuoy
Display location: Not on display
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 33 mm;Diameter: 23 mm
Parts: Fishing vessel; Dutch; Vischhoeker (Full hull model; Rigged model)