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Hudson River Day Line
(American, 1863 – 1971)
Half-model of unidentified steamboat
1870-1890
Wood, plaster
Overall: 13 x 81 x 8 in. ( 33 x 205.7 x 20.3 cm )
Gift of the Hudson River Day Line
1949.65c
This model represents a Hudson River passenger steamboat built in the late 19th century. Half models were also known as builders' models because they were used as guidelines for the actual construction of ships.
DescriptionHalf-model of hull of steamship mounted on backboard; backboard has gilded plaster braided rope border.ClassificationsSHIP MODELS