Model of a Topmast with a Pawl by Rijkswerf Vlissingen

Model of a Topmast with a Pawl c. 1840 - 1850

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This wooden model of a topmast with a pawl, created by the Rijkswerf Vlissingen around 1840-1850, showcases the intricate craftsmanship of shipbuilding in the 19th century. The model, crafted from wood, depicts the crucial mechanism used to secure and raise the topmast of a ship. This detailed scale model would have been used as a teaching tool, illustrating the technical workings of a crucial nautical component for shipbuilders and sailors.