Highlights of the Max Aitken Museum
- A fine collection of marine paintings by
Bakhuyzen, Luny, Monamy, Whitcombe and others.
- Some original Giles cartoons.
- Many items from sailing
vessels from Nelson to
modern times, including
instruments, armaments,
furniture, glassware, figureheads
and photos.
- Artefacts from several
Royal Yachts, including
the J Class Yacht Britannia's
gaff (spanning the entire
length of the museum) and
the gaff saddle.
- Numerous models and half
models, including many
of Sir Max Aitken's own
yachts.
- A cradle made for the
infant King of Rome, son
of Napoleon Bonaparte,
and one designed by Uffa
Fox for Sir Max Aikten's
daughter.
