Figureheads : On the Bow of the Ship
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Hardback or Cased Book
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 historyMaritime historyShips & boats: general interestShips and boats: general interest
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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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