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What decorative features were used on the prow of the oseberg ship?

a. a female viking head

b. a dragon head

c. a spiral ending in a serpent head

d. none of the above please select the best answer from the choices provided a b c d?

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a spiral ending in a serpent head

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Answer:

C) A spiral ending in a serpent head.

Step-by-step explanation:

These are the decorative features used on the prow of the Oseberg ship as follows:

  • Animal head post from the Oseberg ship Burial is made of wood.
  • Ship burial was a depiction of two highly placed women in the Vikings court.
  • Eyes of the animal are staring wildly, Snarling mouth depiction.
  • The head of the animal is filled with interlacing animal.
  • depiction of animal nostrils flaring.
  • The purpose of the head post is unidentified, might have been used on the prow of the boat or procession.

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