Name/Title
Skiff, RowingEntry/Object ID
2008.021Description
Boat Type: Rowing Skiff
Builder: J.H. Rushton, Inc.
Model: Florida
Length:
Date Built: ca1906-1917
Accompanied with the following parts:
2008.021.A - Oar
2008.021.B - Oar
2008.021.C - Seat Frame
2008.021.D - Seat Frame
2008.021.E,F Mahogany parts (may not belong to boat)
Originating from the shop of J. Henry Rushton of Canton, NY, Rushton's boat shop in Canton was very well known across the US and Canada as a source for fine small craft from the late 1800s to 1905, and it is one of the most documented and well known among antique boat collectors and enthusiasts today.
JMP 4/5/2010Collection
BoatsAcquisition
Accession
2008.021Source or Donor
Shirley WellsAcquisition Method
GiftCredit Line
Given in memory of John H. Wells
In Memory of: John H. WellsMade/Created
Manufacturer
Rushton, J.H.Date made
1906 - 1917Edition
Model: FloridaNotes
Date: unk
Propulsion: OarLocation
Shelf
Row ACabinet
West SideWall
Rack QBuilding
*Don Doebler Collections Storage FacilityDoebler Rack T, West side, top
*Don Doebler Collections Storage Facility