Model, of Jangada

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This wooden model is of a Brazilian 'Jangada'. The 'Jangada' is a type of log raft which is still in use today. It is the standard fishing craft of Brazil's estuaries and coasts. The model is built to a scale of 1:10.

The hull consists of six tapered logs secured by hardwood pegs. The mast supports a triangular cotton sail with sailyard (spar to carry the sail). The steersman's seat is towards the stern. The model is also equipped with a centre board, anchor, two launching rollers, a fish basket and a bailer.

Traditional watercraft were generally not highly developed in South America. In many regions, lack of suitable timber restricted boat development.

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• Online ID: 000-180-002-077-C
• Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
• Project: National Museums Scotland Part 2
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• Ref: National Museums Scotland  T.1948.7
• Date: Model: Around 1948; Original: Before 1948
  
• Material: Jangada / fishing vessel / model
  
• Dimensions: 24.50" x 7.00" beam
  
• What: Jangada / fishing vessel / model
  
• Subject: 23. SHIPPING, Native Craft (Departmental Classification)
  
• Who:
• Where: BRAZIL
  
• Event:
• Description: Model of a Brazilian jangada or native fishing craft made up of 6 tapered logs, with mast and sail, 2 seats, oar, dinghy, anchor and creel
  
• References:
  • Idiens, Dale. Ethnographic Boat Models in the Royal Scottish Museum. Edinburgh: A catalogue of traditional watercraft from Africa, Asia, the Pacific and the Americas. Edinburgh: Royal Scottish Museum Information Series, 1984, p 30. 
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