Half Model of a 44-Gun Frigate c. 1820

This anonymous, unfinished half model of a 44-gun frigate from around 1820, is a detailed representation of a naval vessel. The model showcases the ship’s profile, featuring the gun ports, the hull’s form, and the decorative lines of the deck. While incomplete, the model provides a glimpse into the craftsmanship and artistry involved in ship building during this era. Such models were likely used as teaching aids for aspiring shipwrights, or as a means of visualizing a ship's design before construction.