Model of a lifeboat on a wagon 1808
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This detailed wooden model of a lifeboat on a wagon was created in 1808 by an anonymous artist. It stands at 20.1 cm tall, 76.6 cm long and 28.6 cm wide. The model is a realistic depiction of a lifeboat, complete with oars, a wagon and intricate details. It provides a glimpse into the naval practices of the early 19th century, highlighting the importance of safety and rescue at sea.
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Greathead was a boat builder from South Shields in England. After witnessing a shipwreck, around 1789 he designed an ‘unsinkable’ lifeboat. In the Netherlands three lifeboats based on his design were built in 1806, for service on Terschelling and at Callantsoog and Ter Heijde. These were followed by a further six in 1809. The casing of the sides in cork, however, proved to be less buoyant than anticipated.
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