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Model of the Bark Roman

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Martha's Vineyard Museum

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About this artifact

This is a fine ship's model of the Bark Roman, the whaleship that Laura sailed on while writing her journal. The model includes three masts, five life boats, riggings, a black hull, and is marked "Roman," "New Bedford."

Date:
c. 1900
Dimensions:
Width: 15 1/2" Length: 33" Height: 28 1/2"

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