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@lemmy.worldEnglish
    10·
    1 year 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.

  • mykl@lemmy.worldMEnglish
    1·
    1 year 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!