Model of a Windsail c. 1850 - 1870

This anonymous model of a wind sail, created sometime between 1850 and 1870, depicts a long, cylindrical structure constructed of fabric and wood. The sail is composed of a series of fabric panels, which are attached to a wooden frame, and appears to be a full-scale representation of a wind sail. The model is designed to show the shape and construction of the sail, and would likely have been used as a teaching tool or for demonstration purposes. The wind sail is a maritime device used to propel ships, and this model provides insights into its design and function during the 19th century.