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Model of the ferry steamer Wilhelmina
anoniem, anoniem, anonymous, anonymous, 1822
The first steamships in the Netherlands were driven by paddle wheels. A remarkable number of these vessels were used as ferries. Steam propulsion guaranteed a reliable connection, as steamships could continue service when there was no wind. The ferry steamer Wilhelmina.
- Artwork typeship model, show model, fully rigged model
- Object numberNG-MC-511
- Dimensionsheight 47 cm x length 89 cm x width 27.4 cm
- Physical characteristicswood, brass, lead and rope