Boat
Category
Models
Date
Unknown
Materials
wood
Measurements
574 x 83 mm; 827 mm (Length)
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Wallington, Northumberland
NT 583425
Summary
A model boat made on the island of Hithadoo of palm wood by the islanders.This is the model of a Bugalo, a three masted boat designed for use on the high sea working between the islands.
Provenance
Largely made for the R.A.F. personnel from the island of Gan as souvenirs or for the first few tourists who came to the island before the advent of large scale tourism. Bought in 1964.Gift from Mrs Ronal Baxter