"The authenticity and respect for the past here, have been pushed to the limits of man's abilites."
Maxime Bono, Maire of La Rochelle

"I thank Olivier for his wonderfull work; modeling art has never gone so far before."
Alain Pochon, President of the Grand Pavois

"This work is the fruit of a great passion which reveals meticulousness and has produced an astonishing masterpiece which is close to perfection. Something to be admired in silence."
Tibor Sillinger, President of the nautical Salon, Paris

"A stunning piece of work, rarely seen in this demanding ancient modeling domain."
Jean-François Fountaine

"Well done for this master-piece which makes one dream."
Patrice Schnepp, Director of the Maritime museum of La Rochelle

"What pleasure to find such a nice piece of modeling."
Sylvie David-Rivenoulx, National museam of la Marine, Paris

"I am certain that it is more arduous set about and succed such a master-piece than to sail around the world in a 85 ft ship ! Very good and what patience and beauty in the work."
Jean-Luc Van Den Heede, Sailor

"We who make high technological boats can also appreciate the real art and expression of your savoir-faire."
Philippe Monet, Sailor

"Architecture is an art that transmits and reveals unexpected gifts. What faithfulness and meticulousness in the achievement of this ship which is full of stories and tales."
Claude Harlé

"We boat manufacturers, admire your superb master-pieces. The knowledge of our ancestors came thanks to enthusiastic peaple like you."
Chantiers Gamelin