Caorlina
The caorlina is a type of antique lagoon boat used for transportation and fishing. A typical caorlina is usually about 10 meters in length, and they are known for being fast, easy to handle, and capable of carrying a large amount of goods. It was commonly used to carry fruits and vegetables in large quantities. A caorlina is typically rowed by two people; however, up to eight may row at one time. To accommodate such a large number of rowers, the caorlina was built to be symmetrical along the width and length. Such symmetry is rarely found in traditional Venetian boats. It is this attribute that allows the caorlina to be used in many modern regate, or boat races.
Few traditional caorlinas have been conserved. The modern versions are currently used for regattas, recreation, and show.
Damage and Preservation
For information pertaining to the damage of traditional Venetian boats, please see the Damage to public art page.
For information pertaining to the preservation of traditional Venetian boats, please see the Restoration and preservation of public art page.
External Links
References
- The Boats of Venice. Venezia: Libreria Editrice, 1999. Print.
- Bigda, Bryan, Michelle Dubuke, Daniel LaTorella, and Jennifer Richards. Museo Arzanà: Preserving the Traditional Boats of Venice. Interactive Qualifying Project, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, 2007.
- Candlish, Sean, Craig Shevlin, and Sarah Stout. The Traditional Boats of Venice: Assessing a Maritime Heritage. Interactive Qualifying Project, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, 2004.
- Catalano, Brian, Kristen Gervais, and Ryan Sinapius. Preserving the Nautical Traditions and Maritime Heritage of Venice, Italy. Interactive Qualifying Project, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, 2005.
- "Caorlina." Forcole and the Boats of Venice. Web. 17 Oct. 2010. <http://www.forcole.com/eng-catalogue-2.htm>.
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