Sailboat
Artifact IDMO 2007.17
Object Type
Model
Maker
Franklin Delano Roosevelt
(American, 1882 - 1945)
Maker
Franklin Delano Roosevelt
(American, 1882 - 1945)
Mediumwood, metal
Dimensionsoverall H 17 in x W 38 1/8 in x D 12 in (43.2 cm x 96.8 cm x 30.5 cm )
Physical DescriptionDismasted boat model hull. Hull is made of light stained wood. A metal rudder is attached to the underside of the hull. A series of three metal eyehooks are screwed into the deck at the bow. An additional metal eyehook, inserted into the underside of the bow, has an attached metal wire with a very small eyehook.
Historical NoteThis boat model hull was made by Franklin D. Roosevelt for his children.Additional Details
National Archives Catalog CollectionFranklin D. Roosevelt Library Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 735948)
National Archives Catalog SeriesPersonal Possessions of the Roosevelt Family (National Archives Identifier 782689)
Use Restriction StatusUnrestrictedCopyrightReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.In Collection(s)
Not on view
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