Carrack "Taforeia"

Workshops of the Maritime Museumc. 1901 - c. 2000

Portuguese Maritime Museum, a world of discoveries
Lisboa, Portugal

The "Taforeia" is a ship designed to transport horses, mentioned in several 15th documents describing warfare in North Africa. In the 16th century, this ships, similiar size and shape to the carracks, are also used as warships in the Indian Ocean.

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Title: Carrack "Taforeia"
Creator: Workshops of the Maritime Museum
Date Created: c. 1901 - c. 2000
Location: Permanent Exhibition / Discoveries Hall
Physical Dimensions: Lenght: 700mm; Width: 280mm;
Type: Ship model
Rights: Belongs to the Museum

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