Louis Fontinelle - Fontinelle - Sculpture Women chasing a ship (1)

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The chasing of a ship has been done by humans or horses for centuries
Hunting is moving a ship forward by pulling a rope. It is best known for the barge, but hunting is much older. It was common for all ships in unfavorable winds

Like many of the Fontinelle sculptures, the sculpture has small spots on the sharp side and minimal craquelure. No repairs or restorations. 67079691 Read more