{"product_id":"vintage-the-columbia-1901-half-hull-yacht-model","title":"Vintage \"The Columbia - 1901\" Half-Hull Yacht Model","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" aria-busy=\"false\" aria-live=\"polite\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_ce74d254d4f9ac00\" class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel tutor-markdown-rendering stronger enable-updated-hr-color\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage \"The Columbia - 1901\" Half-Hull Yacht Model\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring a piece of legendary maritime history into your home or office with this exquisite half-hull model of the famous America's Cup defender, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColumbia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Beautifully mounted on a two-toned wooden backboard, this piece features a striking deep red painted topside, a crisp white waterline, and a polished natural wood lower hull that showcases elegant nautical craftsmanship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComplete with a classic brass identification plaque, this model is the perfect statement piece for sailing enthusiasts, maritime historians, or anyone looking to add a touch of refined coastal heritage to their interior design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eItem Number:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e #4342\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVessel:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The Columbia - 1901 - USA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigner:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Nathanael G. Herreshoff\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilder:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Herreshoff Manufacturing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 9\" L x 27\" W\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMounting:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ready for wall display on a premium, two-toned wooden backboard.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe History Behind the Model\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Yacht: Columbia (1899 \u0026amp; 1901)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColumbia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is one of the most famous vessels in competitive sailing history. Launched in 1899, this American racing yacht was an absolute powerhouse on the water. She is best known for being the very first vessel to win the prestigious America's Cup twice. She successfully defended the cup in 1899 against the British challenger \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShamrock\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and then returned to make history in 1901 by successfully defending the cup a second time against \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShamrock II\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Designer: Nathanael G. Herreshoff\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Known affectionately in the sailing world as the \"Wizard of Bristol,\" Nathanael Greene Herreshoff (1848–1938) was a brilliant American naval architect and mechanical engineer. Between 1893 and 1920, he designed an unprecedented succession of undefeated America's Cup defenders. His innovative hull designs, meticulous attention to weight distribution, and advanced rigging completely revolutionized the world of competitive sailing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Builder: Herreshoff Manufacturing Company\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Founded in Bristol, Rhode Island in 1878 by Nathanael and his blind older brother, John Brown Herreshoff, the Herreshoff Manufacturing Company was the premier yacht-building facility of its era. They built some of the world's most famous, elegant, and technologically advanced yachts. The company was renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship and pioneered many construction techniques that set the global standard for maritime engineering during the Golden Age of Sail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Northeastern Collection","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52866158133529,"sku":null,"price":5000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0988\/5486\/3129\/files\/VintageTheColumbia-1901Half-HullYachtModel-4342.jpg?v=1784579638","url":"https:\/\/northeasterncollection.com\/products\/vintage-the-columbia-1901-half-hull-yacht-model","provider":"northeastern collection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}