Model of a Capstan; Model of a capstan in a two-level wooden frame. It is a capstan for eight wind trees and has no catches to prevent it from falling back. The wooden king extends to a rail on the lower level and is equipped with two arms with wheels that run against the ceiling of the lower level; to prevent the king from rising. The floor around the capstan's heel has a sloping surface; A ring on wheels has been fitted around the heel of the drum to reduce friction. This device causes the rope to slide on the drum; the sloping surface was adjustable. Scale 1:10 (estimate).; 's Lands Werf Amsterdam (possibly); c. 1797 - c. 1801 and/or 1792; wood (plant material); brass (alloy); h 25 cm x w 25.5 cm x d 25.5 cm