Pyramid Graffiti: Objects — Boats
Graffito P16. Object – Boat, Type 3
While this boat is boldly incised, its structures are confused such that it is difficult to interpret. The hull is partly outlined from the side, and apparently shown partly from above. In any case, some details are conjectural. The angled bow structure is outlined, as is the hull toward the stern. A structure seems to be attached to the hull at the stern; it is neither broad nor narrow, with a rectangular flag(?) attached to it. A rectangular rudder is embellished with crossed lines indicating planks.
The mast, with a crutch near the top, is shown amidships, supported by a structure that appears to be beams in a frame(?) that make an X configuration. Since this structure begins at the bottom of the hull, the view is enigmatic and conceptual rather than actual. Before this structure, two verticals extend below the hull to drill holes attached to each other by horizontals. From their position and configuration, these verticals should represent oars with blades, but the other lines are problematical.
The area above the stern is destroyed, but there appear to be two yards that extend from stern to the prow or beyond. Before the mast, five lines support the upper yard, only one from the top, while behind, three lines extend from the bottom of the hull and rudder to the mast. To add to the confusion, some lines appear attached to the bow, but that is questionable.
- Kurru ID number: P_001
- Location: North face, course 1, block 1
- Dimensions (H × W): 43 × 56 cm