Model of coracle. Framework of whitewashed cane slats, in the usual pattern, covered in calico painted in pitch. A flat seat, wooden amidships and a plank to the rear of this, extending to the floor. There is a long square-ended paddle, and a club for the killing of the salmon; also a loop of plastic on the seat, which goes round the neck when the coracle is being carried. There is also a piece of orange nylon string round the hull amidships. Made by a coracle fisher known to the vendor. Length 9 in. Width 7 in. Depth 4 in. Paddle 10.2 in.
coracle model
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