In the days of yore, craftsmen (primarily from Barbados) would create these for purchase by visiting sailors, to give to their loved ones back home.
Tuesday, April 5, 2011
Sailors' Valentines
I almost forgot! One of the truly beautiful art forms I was introduced to at the Academy was Sailors' Valentines. The shell museum on Sanibel had some beautiful examples. Enjoy!!
In the days of yore, craftsmen (primarily from Barbados) would create these for purchase by visiting sailors, to give to their loved ones back home.
In the days of yore, craftsmen (primarily from Barbados) would create these for purchase by visiting sailors, to give to their loved ones back home.
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