Model of a Water Tank 1844

This small wooden model of a water tank, created in 1844 by J.R. Baartmans, is a meticulous representation of a common maritime object. The model's detailed construction, featuring wooden planks and brass fixtures, exemplifies the craftsmanship of the period. The inscription "580" suggests the tank's potential role in a larger ship model or collection. Though diminutive in scale, the model provides valuable insight into the construction and function of water tanks aboard ships during the 19th century.