Nautical America's Cup Columbia 1901 Sailboat

Nautical America's Cup Columbia 1901 Sailboat
A detailed and well-presented display model of the 'Columbia'; the first two-time defender (1899 and 1901) of the America's Cup. Mast, boom, gaff and bowsprit, stitched cotton sails, detailed standing and running rigging. Built plank-on-frame. Just as the original. L. 45.08 in. x W. 7.09 in. x H. 46.65 in.
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