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

  • @ctmnz
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    102 years ago

    For the gondolier to put his back foot upon when he has to row hard. Gives him more leverage on the oar. I think.

    • @oprOP
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      22 years ago

      Thank!

  • @myklM
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    12 years ago

    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!