Figureheads: On The Bow Of The Ship

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?

• | By (Author): Sue Prichard
• | Publisher: National Maritime Museum
• | Publication Date: Jan 09, 2020
• | Country of Publication: United Kingdom
• | Number of Pages: 160 pages
• | Language: Unknown
• | Binding: Hardback
• | ISBN-10: 1906367639
• | ISBN-13: 9781906367633