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Full hull model, breeches buoy, with grapnels Long Caption: A contemporary full hull model of a breeches buoy, circa 1820-40. The model is constructed in frame with a canvas or leather skin applied to the lower portion. It is complete with a figure and the wooden frame above is fitted with a metal sheave block. Credit line: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London Object: SLR1765 Artist: unknown Date: mid-19th century ? Medium: wood; cardboard; cotton; wool; metal; steel; paint Size: Overall model: 365 x 395 x 343 mm Click here to buy a bespoke print of this image.