In these photo, taken December 2, from the stern, you can see some of the detail work.
Every piece on this ship is hand-fashioned, carved from wood and ivory, with the exception of a few metal pieces which are worked by hand as well. The facing for the rails is steam-bent oak, as are ribs of the boat. The decking is made of oak planking 3/32 x 1/4".
The steering station: The wheel is all done by hand, of red oak , with the spokes painstakingly carved and fitted. In the center, the hub is made of walrus ivory.
Looking from the above, into the rudder control room, you can see rudder tiller (quadrant)and small rope going thtough hand carved pulleys, also of red oak. The steering system really works. Turn the helm on top and the rudder really turns.
"A shot looking forward, as the work in progress continues...
A busy shipyard!" RT
What painstaking, delicate work! Your ship is truly a work of art by a skilled artist, Captain.
ReplyDeleteMy Grandpa was a carpenter and did a little wood carving but nothing approaching your level of skill and artistry.