Maison Tirot - Wooden Toy Boat - Le Sloop

A beautifully made wooden toy boat, the perfect companion for bath time or to be admired on a shelf! Its shape is inspired by tuna boats, fishing boats of yesteryear with which our ancestors fished for… big fish! This boat was handcrafted in Maison Triot’s Breton, France workshop using the same know-how, the same techniques, passed down from generation to generation since 1946. The N202 model – known as the Sloop – is a small 21cm sailing boat. This boat is equipped with a sloop rig and cotton sails. A Bermudan sailing boat (with a triangular mainsail attached to the top of the mast) is called a sloop when it carries a single headsail. Historically, sloops were fast and highly maneuverable fishing vessels. This boat will delight young sailors and accompany them on their first maritime adventures, whether in the bath or in seaside pools. DETAILS: Designed for use in the water Material: Beech Wood & Cotton Overall Dimension: L:8” x W:3.25" x H:9.75" Gift-boxed Made in France Founded in 1946 in Brittany, France, Maison Tirot has spent nearly 80 years crafting wooden toy boats inspired by the region’s rich maritime heritage. Established by Francis Tirot, the company began creating durable wooden sailboats that encouraged imaginative outdoor and bath-time play. Today, Maison Tirot remains one of the few manufacturers in France dedicated exclusively to wooden toy boats. Each boat is handcrafted in Brittany from sustainably sourced French beech wood and fitted with cotton sails, combining traditional craftsmanship with timeless design. Recognized for preserving exceptional artisanal skills, Maison Tirot received France’s prestigious Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant (Living Heritage Company) designation in 2012. Their colorful sailboats continue to delight children and collectors alike, bringing a touch of French nautical tradition to homes around the worl