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This, on the bow mounted, carved figure is the figurehead of the Russian frigate (replica) Shtandart, while moored in Flushing, Zeeland, The Netherlands.

A figurehead was meant to act as lookouts and to lead the sailors safely on their way. In the days when the original Shtandart was built, one thought that a frightening figurehead should eliminate the in the sea living demons.

Now it's my entry for Manic Monday, lol.