Ship Model "Hudson River Sloop Illinois"

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Early twentieth century model of the Hudson River Sloop "Illinois" of Newburg, NY. This museum quality model was built by renowned model builder Captain H. Percy Ashley, who has mo dels in many major maritime museums including the Phillips Andover Academy and Mystic Seaport. He is known for his building style which is to have the ship model appear as the ship would, with wear and patina. Details include pump, hatches, buckets, lanterns, stool, kegs, benches, tiller, lifeboat, etc.. From the estate of Jacob Isbrandtsen, Shipping Company, owner and founder of South Street Seaport. Model is Circa 1930. Overall Dimensions: 33"H X 10"W X 36"L (with wood base)Made: AmericanMaterial: WoodDate: Circa 1930 Show more