"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 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
. 176 pages, 142 color illus., 353 b/w illus., 8 3/8 x 11.
- ISBN10 0806987065
- ISBN13 9780806987064
- Publish Date 30 June 1995
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 13 June 1997
- Publish Country US
- Publisher Sterling Publishing Co Inc
- Imprint Sterling
- Format Paperback
- Pages 176
- Language English