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Carving Figureheads Other Nautical Designs
Carving Figureheads Other Nautical Designs Author:Alan Bridgewater, Gill Bridgewater "When early seafarers first set sail...bold, larger-than-life symbolic images of power and defiance were mounted on the front of ships, in the hope that the `spirit of the ship' could vanquish evil and protect sailors from harm--thus the rich tradition of carving figureheads was born. Now...today's woodcarvers can recapture some of that old-time... more » glory in 15 exciting projects....With full-color photos, plenty of practical advice and troubleshooting tips, and clear illustrations, even new carvers will be able to produce colorful, adventurous pieces."--Chip Chats. "A fun book to have in your library."--Carver's News.« less