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Saling Boat Model - Malayan, Koleh, 1880
Reg. No: ST 018266
- Summary:
- Traditional Koleh fishing boat used in Malaya. Vessel features a canoe-shaped hull with a single mast and sail. Seats two people. This model was displayed at the 1880-1881 Melbourne International Exhibition. It was presented to the Museum by the Commissioners for the Straits Settlements in 1881.
- Acquisition Information:
- Donation from Straits Settlement Commissioners, Exhibition: 1880 International, Melbourne, 1881
| Discipline: | Technology |
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| Tagged with: | boats, exhibitions melbourne international 1880-1881, fishing, kolehs boats, model boats, scale models |
| Themes this item is part of: | Public Life & Institutions Collection, Transport Collection, Working Life & Trades Collection |
| Primary Classification: | WATER TRANSPORT |
| Secondary Classification: | Wind Power - Sailing Vessels |
| Tertiary Classification: | model traditional craft |
| Place & Date Made: | Straits Settlements (Malaysia), circa 1880 |
| Place & Date Exhibited: | Exhibition: 1880 International, Melbourne, Australia, 1880-1881 |
| Exhibitor: | Straits Settlement Commissioners, Straits Settlements (Malaysia), 1880-1881 |
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