Slave Dutch D50 Cross Section

This detailed cross-section model of a Dutch Slave Ship provides an insightful glimpse into the cramped and harrowing conditions endured by enslaved individuals during the transatlantic slave trade. The model is intricately crafted to showcase the ship's internal layout, highlighting both the human cargo and the essential supplies carried on these vessels.The upper deck features miniature figures of enslaved people, illustrating the inhumane confinement and limited mobility they faced. Below, the lower deck is filled with representations of tightly packed human bodies, stacked in a manner that reflects the grim reality of the journey. Alongside the human cargo, the model also displays barrels and bundles of goods, showcasing the dual function of the ship-transporting enslaved people while also engaging in colonial trade.