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Half Model of a 64-Gun Ship of the Line
From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.
About this work
Polychromed mould model (starboard side). The masts are not indicated. A striking element in this model is the double-thick main frame. Twenty-seven gunports distributed over three decks; the skin of the lower deck and main deck is closed, and at the level of the lower deck there is a horizontal mould; lice plank. Twisted stern, hollow false keel, no rail, side gallery or rudder; keel with heel. The sheer rises at both ends, two cap rails and deadwood. Peaked round frame, two bilge lines. Scale approx. 1:48 (derived).
Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own descriptionCredit lineHalf Model of a 64-Gun Ship of the Line. c. 1782. anonymous. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.