Photos | Restored using digital techniques…an 18th-century anchor documents the history of navigation in Jeddah
The attention of visitors to the Red Sea Museum in Historic Jeddah, as a material witness to the in the Red Sea during the past two centuries, dating back to the period extending from the mid to late eighteenth century, and was found on the Red Sea coast near
The anchor, made of iron, is one of the prominent pieces on display, as it is about 2.7 meters long and weighs between 350 and 400 kilograms. It was reconstructed using three-dimensional scanning techniques and digital reconstruction applications, which contributed to restoring its original shape with high scientific accuracy.
History of Navigation in Jeddah
Scientific examinations and analyzes using X-rays (P-XRF) showed that the anchor was made of iron, While its design – represented by a long leg, straight arms, and spade-shaped blades – reveals a clear resemblance to British ship anchors in the eighteenth century, which is the same style used by the Portuguese fleets in that era, reflecting the extension of European maritime influences in the region.
This artifact embodies a historical dimension that reflects the importance of the Red Sea as a commercial and civilizational corridor, and highlights the role played by the region’s ports, most notably Jeddah, in linking global trade routes. And the exchange of cultures across the ages.
Red Sea Museum
The Red Sea Museum continues to provide an integrated cultural experience through its exhibits and collectibles, as a knowledge platform that contributes to enhancing civilizational dialogue and cultural exchange, and highlights the Kingdom’s commitment to preserving its cultural and natural heritage, within the goals of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030.
This comes within the framework of ongoing efforts to revive historic Jeddah, and transform it into a global cultural destination, embracing a rich mix of History and arts, and gives the visitor a qualitative experience that evokes the past and anticipates the future.
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