An Al Smithers design builder's half model of a 20' catboat

Model

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Edgartown Yacht Club

Name/Title

An Al Smithers design builder's half model of a 20' catboat

Entry/Object ID

HM.029

Description

An Al Smithers design builder's half model of a 20' catboat

Cataloged By

Kristin L Warriner

Category

Ship Models

Model Details

Physical Object Type

Ship

Made/Created

Artist

Manual Swartz Roberts

Date made

circa 1910 - circa 1911

Notes

The model is built up in 3 lifts, sanded, faired and shaped, full frame stations. Mounted on an oval backboard, painted white with gold trim.

Dimensions

Dimension Description

Overall Dimensions

Height

8-1/2 in

Length

31 in

Dimension Description

Image Dimensions

Length

20 in

Material

Wood

Location

Location

Wall

Commodore's Room

Date

October 28, 2025

Condition

Overall Condition

Very Good

Date Examined

Sep 15, 2019

Examined By

Gregg K. Dietrich

Notes

Generally good condition with some scuffing and dark staining, maybe from moisture. The edges are a bit rough.

Created By

Kristin L Warriner

Create Date

October 28, 2025

Updated By

Kristin L Warriner

Update Date

October 28, 2025