{"product_id":"cm850-dunbrody-30-inches-ship-model","title":"Dunbrody 30 inches ship model","description":"\u003cp\u003eDunbrody Tall Ship – 30-Inch Handcrafted Wooden Model\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOwn a handcrafted model of the Dunbrody, one of the most iconic Irish emigrant ships of the 19th century. Built in 1845, the Dunbrody became renowned for transporting hundreds of Irish emigrants across the Atlantic to North America during the Great Famine. Though originally designed as a cargo vessel, she earned a reputation for providing safer and more humane conditions than many contemporary emigrant ships. Today, the Dunbrody is remembered as a powerful symbol of hope, resilience, and the enduring spirit of those who sought a new life across the ocean. A faithful full-scale reconstruction now serves as a museum ship in New Ross, Ireland, preserving the legacy of this remarkable vessel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOur 30-inch handcrafted Dunbrody Tall Ship model faithfully captures the distinctive appearance of this historic sailing vessel. Each model is individually built by experienced craftsmen using the traditional plank-on-frame construction method—the same principle used in real wooden shipbuilding. We select only premium hardwoods, including Western Red Cedar, Teak, and Mahogany, ensuring exceptional durability, refined craftsmanship, and a timeless museum-quality finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEvery element is carefully recreated, from the gracefully shaped wooden hull and towering masts to the intricate standing and running rigging, hand-stitched sails, deckhouses, anchors, ship's boats, decorative stern, railings, and other signature features that define the Dunbrody. Rather than being mass-produced, each model is handcrafted with meticulous attention to detail, resulting in a stunning display piece worthy of any maritime, historical, or nautical collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 30-inch model offers the perfect balance of craftsmanship, practicality, and value. Large enough to showcase the Dunbrody's intricate details yet compact enough to fit comfortably on bookshelves, office desks, display cabinets, or mantels, it is an ideal choice for both home and office display. Its convenient size also makes it more affordable than larger models, easier to ship worldwide, and a thoughtful gift for maritime enthusiasts, Irish history lovers, collectors, educators, or anyone who appreciates the Age of Sail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece is individually handcrafted, and production typically takes 3–6 months, depending on the model's size and complexity. Throughout the process, we'll keep you updated with detailed progress photos at every major milestone, allowing you to review the craftsmanship and approve each stage before we move forward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll receive photos during:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e- Hull construction\u003cbr\u003e\n- Deck detailing and superstructure assembly\u003cbr\u003e\n- Final painting and finishing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYour satisfaction comes first. We proceed to the next stage only after you've reviewed the previous one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSecure Worldwide Delivery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOnce you approve the completed model, it will be carefully packed in a custom-built wooden shipping crate with multiple layers of protective cushioning to ensure it arrives safely anywhere in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCustom Orders Available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for a different size or a personalized version? We offer custom dimensions, modifications, and bespoke designs upon request. Whether you'd like a larger display model, a custom nameplate, personalized markings, or a specific historical configuration, our craftsmen are ready to bring your vision to life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBring home a handcrafted tribute to one of Ireland's most historically significant emigrant ships. Whether you're expanding a maritime collection, decorating your office, celebrating Irish heritage, or searching for a meaningful gift, our handcrafted Dunbrody Tall Ship model is built to become a centerpiece you'll be proud to display for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eContact us today to begin building your custom Dunbrody Tall Ship model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHistory\u003cbr\u003e\nDunbrody Famine Ship is a full-scale replica of a nineteenth-century three-masted barque that represents the ships used by Irish emigrants during the Great Famine period. The original Dunbrody was built in Quebec, Canada, in 1845 for the Graves family of New Ross, Ireland, and operated as a cargo and passenger vessel between Ireland, North America, and other ports. During the mid-1800s, ships like Dunbrody carried timber, goods, and thousands of desperate emigrants fleeing poverty and famine in Ireland in search of a better life overseas. The original vessel became an important symbol of the migration era, reflecting the courage and hardship experienced by those who crossed the Atlantic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe modern replica was built in the 1990s and opened to the public in 1998 at New Ross, County Wexford, Ireland, as a heritage attraction dedicated to preserving the story of Irish emigration. Designed using historical research, the replica recreates the cramped living conditions, shipboard routines, and challenges faced by passengers during long Atlantic voyages. Visitors can explore the vessel and learn about the experiences of emigrants who left Ireland during one of the most difficult periods in its history. Today, Dunbrody serves as a floating museum and educational landmark, honoring the resilience of Irish emigrants and preserving the maritime heritage of the nineteenth-century tall ship era.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Captain Heritage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48354487206109,"sku":"CM850","price":3727.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/captainheritage.com\/hi\/products\/cm850-dunbrody-30-inches-ship-model","provider":"Captain Heritage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}