Model of brig LEXINGTON

model

MODELS - VESSELS - FULL
marad; models
Hughes, Ransom
before 1960
wood; metal; textile
Overall: 37 1/2 x 16 1/4 x 41 in.

Full rigged model, on base, of brig LEXINGTON made by the donor using Charles Davis's book "Built-up Ship Models" and line drawings from the British admiralty as guides; cream below the waterline, black above, white trim and masts; 2 lifeboats on davits, 16 guns in gunports; fighting tops, and hammocks are stowed on cap rails; Mainmast measures 30 1/2", foremast 28 1/4", boom 12 1/2", bowsprit 17 1/4

1960.552