At the back of a Venetian gondola there is a small shelf, what is this for? It's not the full width of the stern
what is the shelf looking thing at the rear of a Venetian gondola? [SOLVED]
At the back of a Venetian gondola there is a small shelf, what is this for? It's not the full width of the stern
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ctmnz@lemmy.world · 10 pts · 3y
For the gondolier to put his back foot upon when he has to row hard. Gives him more leverage on the oar. I think.
opr@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 3y
Thank!
mykl@lemmy.world · 1 pts · 3y
Hi @opr, Thanks for asking the question--I'm glad you got an answer so quickly! Can you update the title of the post to add [SOLVED] at the end? Thanks!