Fine ship model of the Presidential Steam Yacht Mayflower

Exhibition quality model of the Presidential steam yacht Mayflower. Planked decks built up cabins with raised panels, ventilator funnels, winches, etc.. Mayflower was built in 1896 by J&G Thompson and was purchased from the estate of Ogden Goelet for use in the impending Spanish American war where she served as Dewey's flagship. She later became Teddy Roosevelt's presidential yacht and remained as such until Herbert Hoover decommissioned Mayflower in 1929. She was 321 feet overall. Model is mounted into a custom display case with inlaid marquetry. Matching stand. Dimensions; 55"H X 16"W X 50"L.