What an epic project! but I would expect nothing less from @creativetruth

a stamped box for the steering wheel

This is absolutely my favorite detail 😀

a new upward nose

This curved shape makes the ship. Makes it a jaunty little caravel

rigging supports. They are extra large to ensure the 1/4 inch holes are wide enough to support real string or wire supports for training the bonsai trees to grow upright

Perfect! combines lovely details with function

Red alert!

I was waiting for the cracks. I knew they were coming because I have watched all 7 seasons of The Great Pottery Throw Down lol

Everything is bone dry and the cracks have all been repaired.

Beautiful. I would be terrified to put such a beautiful piece into the kiln 🤞