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Comments: Old time nautical feelings in the times of the square riggers are reflected in the rugged face of a hard working seaman.

Working in relief can present special challenges.  If you will notice, the mariners face shown here is in what is called a three quarter perspective.  That is to say it is neither a straight on full face view or a profile but it rather contains elements of both, which makes it very difficult to accomplish.  The piece of wood is actually only an inch and a half thick but buy carving it in perspective it appears to have a much greater depth. This illusion is accomplished through actual distortion of the figure. The process is oft times perplexing to create, but very satisfying when successfully brought about.  .