Nautical Cape Horn Sailboat, Small

Nautical Cape Horn Sailboat, Small
Cape Horn Small Built by master shipwright Fife. Regatta-racer, renowned around Capes. Elaborate models of 1950's Olympic racers. Built plank-on-frame in mahogany, complete with bronze hardware. Elegant models showing the lines of the legendary William Fife yachts. L. 31.89 in. x W. 5.51 in. x H. 42.13 in.
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