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Model of a Crane for Stepping Masts

c. 1790 - c. 1820 · wood (plant material); yarn; brass (alloy)

From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.

About this work

Model of a derrick crane on a baseboard. It is a wooden structure with a sloping back, the head projecting over the quay. The head is equipped with sheaves for the tackle, which is missing. Steps on the back for climbing the crane, and a double railing. On the baseboard behind, two capstans and two men.

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own description

Subjects

demonstration model

Credit lineModel of a Crane for Stepping Masts. c. 1790 - c. 1820. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.

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