Figureheads : On the Bow of the Ship

Name: Figureheads
Brand: National Maritime Museum
SKU: 9781906367633
Price: 3000 KES
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ISBN: 9781906367633

by Michell , National Maritime Museum , Sue Prichard

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Format Hardback

ISBN-10 1906367639

ISBN-13 9781906367633

Publisher National Maritime Museum

Imprint National Maritime Museum

Country of Manufacture GB

Country of Publication GB

Publication Date Jan 9th, 2020

Print length 160 Pages

Weight 484 grams

Dimensions 22.80 x 15.60 x 1.80 cms

Product Classification: Maritime history Maritime history Ships & boats: general interest Ships and boats: general interest

KSh 3,000.00

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Figureheads developed from an ancient tradition of decorating vessels with painted eyes, carved figures and animal heads. But what other purposes did sailors believe figureheads served? What stories do these beautiful objects tell? And what do the different characters symbolise?

Figureheads developed from an ancient tradition of decorating vessels with painted eyes, carved figures and animal heads. Vikings in Northern Europe adorned the bows of their ships with dragon heads, which were thought to help ships see their way through the sea. But what other purposes did sailors believe figureheads served? What stories do these beautiful objects tell? And what do the different characters symbolise? Exploring the history and traditions associated with figureheads, this illustrated guide contains 60 examples from the National Maritime Museum, home to the world's largest collection of figureheads. With a selection of short in-focus studies, the book looks at mythology, memorial, gender, empire, politics and literature surrounding these unique carvings. The National Maritime Museum is part of Royal Museums Greenwich.

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