Ship Ahoy
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Nickel Magazine, March 2008 -- This magnificent model is believed to be a replica of a ship used by French explorer Jacques Cartier during one of his three voyages to what would become known as eastern Canada (1534, 1535-1536 and 1541-1542). In 1927, the model was presented to the Ontario Department of Mines to commemorate its role in organizing the Second Empire Mining and Metallurgical Congress, a prestigious 2-week event that included tours of Canadian mining districts. Today the model is on display in a public hallway in the Legislative Assembly of Ontario in Toronto, Canada. Made of pure nickel, the model was designed and executed by Paul Hardy of Storrington, West Sussex, England, for the Mond Nickel Company, which made the donation. Apart from that, we know little. Except that the display case will soon be restored, and that Amber Bondy, exhibits co-ordinator at the Legislative Assembly, is seeking information about Paul Hardy and his exquisite creation. If you have information, please contact: Amber Bondy Photos: Legislative Assembly of Ontario<< Previous -- Next >> |
