Half Model of a Screw Steamer 1857

This half model of a screw steamer, created in 1857 by the Rijkswerf Vlissingen, is a detailed wooden model of a ship's hull. It served as a working tool for shipbuilders, allowing them to visualize the ship's form and make adjustments before the actual construction began. The model's intricate details, including the black and white painted hull, highlight the craftsmanship of the shipbuilding industry in the mid-19th century. These half models, also known as "ship molds," are valuable historical artifacts that offer a glimpse into the processes of naval architecture.