Empress of Ireland Model. The task required skillful craftsmen hundreds of hours to accomplish. RMS Empress of Ireland. Was an ocean liner that sank in the Saint Lawrence River following a collision with a Norwegian collier in the early hours of 29 May 1914. The number of deaths is the largest of any Canadian maritime accident in peacetime. The Empress was built by Fairfield Shipbuilding and Engineering at Govan on the Clyde in Scotland and was launched in 1906. The wreck lies in 40 metres (130 ft) of water, making it accessible to divers. Many artifacts from the wreckage have been retrieved. Some are on display in the Empress of Ireland Pavilion at the Site historique maritime de la Pointe-au-Père in Rimouski, Quebec. The Canadian government has passed legislation to protect the site. Numerous books have been written about the sinking of the Empress and several films have been made. In January 2012, the Norwegian Radio NRK P2 broadcast a radio documentary. The article “RMS Empress of Ireland” is part of the Wikipedia encyclopedia. The model measures 3 2. 5 long from bow to stern. It’s a beautiful model ocean liner that will be a conversation piece for any room or office. 100% hand built from scratch using “plank on bulkhead” construction method. Included with this expert level boat model is a solid wood base with a brass name plate. Size: 32.5″ overall length x 13.25″ height x 4.5 width. Condition: New (fully assembled). Undreds of hours where required to finish this model boat. Completed model contains thousands of details created by skillful master craftsmen. Made of finest wood like Rosewood, Mahogany, Teak and other exotic tropical wood. Chrome and brass fittings and ornaments constitute the excellence of this model. Extensive research through original plans and pictures make this model authentic. This model went through a demanding quality control process before leaving the workshop. Please browse in Capt. After that the item will be re listed. Models are securely packed with foam sheets, peanuts or bubble wraps. This item was in stock at the time of listing. This will assure that your message will be received. Auctiva Offers Free Image Hosting and Editing. Auctiva gets you noticed!
RMS Empress of Ireland Ocean Liner 32 Wooden Model Canada Cruise Ship New