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A figurehead is often thought of a the "soul" of the ship – and Cutty Sark's figurehead is no different.
'Nannie' the witch is one of the most recognisable parts of Cutty Sark, her outstretched arm pointing the way for generations of sailors and visitors.
But why is she called Nannie, and what's the story behind the piece of rope hanging from her hand? Tap the arrows below to learn more about the history of Cutty Sark's figurehead.
A new figurehead for Cutty Sark
The figurehead you can see on the ship today is a new commission, made by ship’s figurehead carver Andy Peters. The previous figurehead was a replica created in 1957.
Cutty Sark’s original figurehead, created by the legendary ship’s carver, Frederick Hellyer, was damaged in a storm in the late 19th century.
The new Nannie is based on drawings by Hercules Linton, the ship's original designer. The figurehead aims to reflect the beauty of the original ship designs and celebrate the art of ship’s carving.
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