Carte de visite photograph depicting a detailed model steam vessel identified as “Champion,” late 19th century.

The image shows a finely constructed side-wheel style steam boat model set against a plain studio backdrop. The hull bears the name “CHAMPION.” in bold lettering, with additional text along the upper structure reading “GROH SCHULTHEISS.” The vessel features a central smokestack, pilot house with open windows, deck railings, and a lifeboat mounted along the upper deck. The long, low profile of the hull and the arrangement of superstructure elements suggest a working river or harbor steam craft rendered in miniature with considerable detail.

The verso is covered in handwritten notations, including the name “Edward Groh, Builder” and the date “1876,” along with additional penciled calculations and figures.