MOUNTED HALF HULL MODEL OF A MOTOR WHALEBOAT America, Circa 1920 Backboard 8.75" x 29".

MOUNTED HALF HULL MODEL OF A MOTOR WHALEBOATAmerica, Circa 1920Believed to be a purpose-built model of a civilian vessel based on the U.S. Navy’s motorized whaleboat design. In original paint, gray above the waterline and green below, with orange applied rub rails. Applied tiller and rudder. Black painted beveled backboard.Backboard 8.75″ x 29″. Notes:The U.S. Navy designed their 26-foot motorized whaleboats after the traditional New Bedford whaleboats, which were known for their sea worthiness, handling and capacity. While the Navy used them as lifeboats, mail boats, officer’s boats, etc., their design lineage is intentionally noted in the “whaleboat” classification. Decommissioned whaleboats remain popular as launches, utility boats and tour boats. The double-ended, round bottom design contributes to its stability, even during adverse weather conditions.