Rudolf Geissmann collected this unique assortment of 35 different model canoes over the last 20 years as an extension of his love for the water and sailing. He personally sailed the South Pacific seas in 1999 on a Cal34.

As the name "model" canoes suggests these sample boats were built as templates for the life size canoe. All are hand carved and some have been painted. To preserve the strength and integrity of this rare and beautiful collection it will only be sold as a group.
US$ 17000
South Pacific Antiques – Model Canoes
Catamaran from the Hawaiian Islands, circa 1940s, overall length 20 in., made from rolled newspaper, glue, yarn, and cloth.

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Model 1787-1

Model 1787-2

Model 1787-3

Model 1780-1

Model 1780-2

Model 1780-3

Model 1807-1

Model 1807-2

Model 1807-3

Model 1811-1

Model 1811-2

Model 1811-3

Model 1817-1

Model 1817-2

Model 1817-3

Model 1820-1

Model 1820-2

Model 1820-3

Model 1829

Model 1828

Model 1852

Model 1848

Model 1846

Model 1876

Model 1871

Model 1869

Model 1866

Model 1859

Model 1848

Model 1816

Model 1792

Model 1791

Model 1790

Model 1798

Model 1800

Model 1809