Scale: Unknown. Full hull model of an American lake paddle steamer (circa 1840) fitted with a steam engine. The hull is copper plated below the water line and is painted black, red, and cream above. The paddle boxes have been made in metal and are painted cream, and the metal paddle wheels are painted red. The wooden deck has been scored to resemble planking. There are numerous deck fittings including a windlass, a working wheel that operates the rudder, and a large grating that can be removed to gain access to the boiler and steering gear. The foremast has two yards and the mainmast is gaff rigged. There is also a short bowsprit. The tall copper funnel is placed aft of the grating. A plaque is inscribed: "Model of American lake steamer".