My father's model from 1947(?)

[Moab]

Wasn't sure where to post this. My father was in the scrap "paper and cloth" business just after WW2.  Around 1947 he built the ship below. Although he was a gifted wood carver to my knowledge this was the only ship he ever built.  The model measures about 4" in length. Since I was about four years old at the time I don't remember anything about the build although I do remember we lived in a very small apartment on Chicago's west side.

 

I'm fairly confident (whatever that means) that he built the model for a magazine print advertisement. I know that because I did see proofs of the ad and have searched far and wide for a copy with no luck.

 

It's amazing the older I get how precious having one of my dad's models has become...Moab 

[Keithbrad80]

That’s some pretty fine detail for such a small model. It’s a very cool family heirloom that I’m sure you will pass on to your kids. Thanks for sharing!

 

Bradley

[CPDDET]

How wonderful to have such a beautiful hand down. And knowing the history makes it even more precious. A family heirloom for sure!

Thanks for sharing.