Technical data:
- SIZE: 77 × 29 × 70 high cm
- MATERIAL: acacia – other tropical woods
- ACCESSORIES: we provide an aesthetic nameplate and a wooden base for the ship model. Thanks to the base, it can be easily placed on the furniture.
- PACKAGING: the model is sold assembled in a safe wooden protective frame and box.
The Story of the Ship
In 1492, it was the flagship of Columbus, when he set off for the unknown, sailing around the world to reach India. But against his will, he discovered a new continent, America. Although he did not learn about this in his lifetime. The probable size of the ship is approx. It was 23 meters long and 7.8 meters wide.
Apart from Noah’s Ark, undoubtedly the most famous ship in the world is the Santa Maria – Christopher Columbus’s command ship, which sailed from Palos, southern Spain on August 3, 1492, together with the Pinta and the Nina. Columbus’ flagship of the largest unit was the 80-ton nao Santa Maria. Unfortunately, we don’t know exactly what the ship looked like. The only way to get an idea of what the ship looked like is to read the autobiography of Columbus written by his contemporary Father Las Casas, or to look at paintings of Flemish merchant ships from the late fifteenth century.
On the way to the Canary Islands, the Pinta was damaged, and while it was being repaired, its lateen sail was changed to Nao. From there, on September 6, 1492, they set off west for the unknown sea.
After thirty-five days of sailing, at two o’clock in the morning on October 11, the sailor Rodrigo de Triana, who was on guard in the Pinta’s masthead, signaled land. In the morning they stood in front of an island. Columbus named it San Salvador. From there, he moved southwest and discovered Cuba and Haiti, naming the latter Hispaniola. Here the Santa Maria ran aground, so he left some of his men on Hispaniola and returned to Europe with the remaining two ships.
The model ship Santa Maria is a true work of art that evokes the memory of one of the most famous voyages of discovery. In this extremely detailed model, every single element, down to the smallest rigging, carefully and faithfully reproduces the original ship. The model is made of natural wood, which is not only spectacular, but also durable, so it can be passed down for generations. The gilded decorations and fine painting highlight the impressive architecture of the ship and the opulence of the period.
For those who appreciate history and quality craftsmanship, this model ship Santa Maria is the perfect choice. Also, as a universal historical symbol, it fits perfectly into any home or office environment. The model ship Santa Maria offers a meeting of history and art in a truly impressive form.
We recommend the ship model Santa Maria:
- For Nautical Enthusiasts: For those who are passionate about maritime history, the Santa Maria model is not only a decorative item, but also an object of historical significance.
- As a decoration accessory: For those who want to decorate their home with unique objects, the model Santa Maria can be a really eye-catching centerpiece.
- Gift for Seekers: An ideal gift for those who appreciate quality handicrafts and historical items.
- For business partners: the boat is a symbolic gift to a valuable partner, with which you can say: “we row in the same boat”, for a purpose.
- For Fathers, Grandparents: Realize the childhood dream of the older generation with this ready-made ship model. The joy will definitely not be missed!
KEEP CLEAN:
Many people ask how they can protect the purchased model from dirt and dust. We provide different solutions for this:
Vitrin, which in addition to protecting the ship model, is also very aesthetic.
Using the air duster is beneficial for keeping your model ship clean because it gently yet effectively removes dust from hard-to-reach parts and fine details without damaging the model.