Cutty Sark 47 inches

The Cutty Sark, one of the fastest and most famous clipper ships of the 19th century, was launched in 1869 at Dumbarton, Scotland. Designed by Hercules Linton, she was built to carry tea from China to Britain and later became renowned for her remarkable speed during the wool trade from Australia. Today, the Cutty Sark stands as the only remaining original clipper from that era.

Now, you can display this legendary vessel right in your home or office with a FULLY ASSEMBLED model. Master craftsmen, guided by historical photographs, drawings, and original plans, meticulously handcraft each model from scratch. Built to scale using premium woods such as western red cedar, rosewood, and mahogany, every piece is 100% hand-constructed using the plank-on-frame method, just like the original ships. Each model requires hundreds of hours to complete and undergoes a rigorous quality control process before leaving the workshop.

The Cutty Sark model features plank-on-frame construction, two decks, and a row of metal portholes on each side. The bowsprit and three large masts are securely rigged with meticulously knotted lines, while each yard includes hand-stitched, rolled-up linen sails. Metal anchors, a wooden rudder, and authentic hand-built lifeboats with ribs and planks are displayed on the deck. Additional details include metal steering wheels, wood ladders and windlass, the captain's dining and sleeping cabins, and numerous handcrafted ornaments.

History

This exquisite model comes standard with a solid wood base and brass nameplate, making it a perfect gift for home or office decor, boat enthusiasts, or passionate collectors.
The Cutty Sark, launched in 1869 at Dumbarton, Scotland, is one of the most famous clipper ships of the 19th century. Designed by Hercules Linton, she was built specifically for the tea trade between China and Britain, aiming to combine speed with cargo capacity to compete in the lucrative tea market. Her sleek hull and large sail area made her exceptionally fast, earning her a reputation as one of the swiftest clippers of her time.

Throughout her career, Cutty Sark also sailed in the wool trade from Australia, often racing other clippers across the globe. She became known not only for her speed but also for her innovative design, which included a planked wooden hull reinforced with iron straps. Despite the rise of steamships, she continued to serve as a symbol of the golden age of sail, admired for her elegance and engineering.

In 1954, she was permanently dry-docked in Greenwich, London, where she has been preserved as a museum ship and a tribute to maritime history. Today, Cutty Sark remains the only surviving original clipper of her kind from the 1800s, celebrated worldwide as an icon of fast sailing vessels and a testament to 19th-century shipbuilding master