Sailing a Favorable Wind #1 is a photograph by Laura Fasulo which was uploaded on December 6th, 2017.
Sailing a Favorable Wind #1
Figureheads decorated the front of sailing vessels. They were usually an ornamental carving of a woman, mermaid, animal or mythical creature on the... more
by Laura Fasulo
Title
Sailing a Favorable Wind #1
Artist
Laura Fasulo
Medium
Photograph - Fine Art Photography
Description
Figureheads decorated the front of sailing vessels. They were usually an ornamental carving of a woman, mermaid, animal or mythical creature on the bow and the were widely used in centuries past. The figurehead embodies the spirit of a ship and was believed to satisfy the gods of the sea and ensure a safe voyage. The vikings displayed frightening figureheads on the front on their vessels to ward off evil spirits. Superstitions run high among sailors, so the tradition continued for centuries.
Sailing a favorable wind, a whimsical portrait by Laura Fasulo, sofloart.com
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December 6th, 2017