Retiree in Jilin crafts historical ship replicas as a hobby
Zhao Jinlong, a retiree in Jilin province, China, has built close to 20 model ships based on historical designs since the 1990s. His work began after obtaining plans for The Mayflower, an English vessel, and includes models up to 1.5 meters in length. This activity highlights a personal dedication to preserving maritime heritage through detailed craftsmanship.
Key facts
- Zhao Jinlong constructs ancient ship models
- He started in the 1990s after receiving drawings of The Mayflower
- He has created nearly 20 models
- The longest model measures 1.5 meters
- The activity takes place in Jilin province, China
Entities
Artists
- Zhao Jinlong
Locations
- Jilin
- China
- Northeast China
- Jilin province