AM1403 Amati Nave Egizia

Typical vessel used during the reign of King Sahure, this Egyptian ship carried cedar and ebony from Lebanon to Egypt. Shipbuilders of that era did not use pegs (treenails) but relied on rope to keep their ships afloat. Keel, frames and deck were tightly tied together.

Wooden model ship kit includes precut keel and frames; wooden and metal fittings; cloth sails.

Scale 1:50/ Length: 35cm (13.8")