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Ship model Dutch Klipperaak Sophia of Utrecht of 1890
| Ship name | Klipperaak Sophia |
| Scale | 1 : 50 |
| Length | 78 cm |
| Width | 18 cm |
| Height | 60 cm |
| Material hull | Wood, metal |
| Photos 1 | Total views |
| Photos 2 | Views of details |
| Price | 1900 Euro |
| Transport cost | Please inquire |
Click pictures to enlarge!
The Dutch barges for inland water ways
Several types of flat bottom barges were developed in the Netherlands
and northern Germany that were used in cargo transport on big rivers
like the Rhine and on canals. By the end of the 19th century many of the
barges were no longer built from wood but iron. The Dutch "Klipperaak" had a large rudder blade to allow for steering
at slow speed and
leeboards to reduce drift.
The model of the Klipperaak Sophia of
Utrecht, photos, description and dimensions
The model was built to plans of an aak as they were common in Holland by 1890. There are more pictures, several views of the entire ship model taken from all directions, and several closer views of hull, deck and rigging. Click images to enlarge!
This model of the clipper aak is a very beautiful,
fine piece of work, a masterpiece. The full lines of the hull are clearly shown in the
model, even the rivets of the iron plates are worked out. The rigging is
made exquisitely.
The ship model is 1 : 50 scale. Length is 78 cm,
width 18 cm, height 60 cm.
The ship model can be taken out of the stand, e.g. for transport.
Price of the ship model and transport
The price of the model is 1900 Euro, plus transport cost.
Transport: The ship model can be secured in a transport box. This way,
delivery by
truck or air cargo over long distances can be safely done.
If you live
close by, picking up the model with your car may be a good way, too.
The ship model is available at my showroom in Recklinghausen. Here is
information on
how to order a
ship model and how the transport can be arranged.
Please contact me, if you are interested in the ship model.
Dr. Michael Czytko, Kuehlstr. 31, D-45659 Recklinghausen, Germany,
Tel. +49 2361 59757, email:
michael.czytko@t-online.de .
If you come by car, it is easy to find my home.