Expertly crafted nautical diorama showing the Boston Built Clipper Ship Surprise in far east waters participating in the China Trade. She is shown entering port with a Chinese junk underway and a pagoda on the shoreline. The ship is fully rigged under partial sail. Deck carries cabins, hatches, lifeboats, pumps, binnacle, wheel, capstan, etc. Ship is traveling through a rolling sea. Fitted to a custom case. Circa 1995.
Weight: 10 lbs.
Overall Dimensions: 10″H x 18″W x 7″D
Made: American
Material: Wood
Date: 1995