A FINE STATIC DISPLAY MODEL OF THE HASTINGS PLEASURE YACHT ALBERTINE, CIRCA 1885
the 22½in. clinker hull planked and pinned in fruitwood with bilge keels, mahogany lining and fittings including benches and seats, gilt-painted seat back inscribed ALBERTINE, copper-plated keel with securing chain, masts with full suit of stitched linen sails with running rigging and other details (missing rudder and tiller, rigging later). Overall measurements -- 28 x 38in. (71 x 96.5cm.); together with four framed sets of period images of the Albertine; and three volumes of local history and some additional data
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The Albertine was originally built in 1885 when day trippers began arriving in Hastings in large numbers. She was replaced with a similar but larger version, the New Albertine, in 1891 which remained in service until 1924. It has been suggested that this model was used to advertise the day trips.

Condition Report
Masts may be partially original, sails might be original, rigging later; lacking rudder and tiller, no stand.

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