Viking Mythical Lion Head Pendant
Gookin
$15.75
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The lion's head in Viking mythology is derived from totems and symbols of Nordic culture and tradition. During the Viking age, the Vikings often used the lion's head as a decoration on the bow of their ships to demonstrate their strength and majesty.
< br>The lion has a special symbolic significance in Northern European culture. In Norse mythology, the lion was considered a symbol of courage, strength and domination. They are described as powerful creatures and are often associated with oceans and ships. The Vikings believed that the image of the lion's head would protect their ships from bad weather and evil forces.
Viking ships were often called "dragon ships" or "longships," and their bows were often decorated with lion heads. These lion heads are often made into carved or sculptural forms with exaggerated features such as sharp teeth, an open mouth, and a menacing expression. These lion heads are not only decorative, they are also believed to have sacred significance and to protect the crew and the ship.
Lion heads are also frequently featured in Viking art and culture. They appear in Viking decorations, buildings, and paintings. The image of the lion's head spread widely in Northern Europe and became one of the important elements of Viking culture .
Viking Mythical Lion Head Pendant
$15.75
< br>The lion has a special symbolic significance in Northern European culture. In Norse mythology, the lion was considered a symbol of courage, strength and domination. They are described as powerful creatures and are often associated with oceans and ships. The Vikings believed that the image of the lion's head would protect their ships from bad weather and evil forces.
Viking ships were often called "dragon ships" or "longships," and their bows were often decorated with lion heads. These lion heads are often made into carved or sculptural forms with exaggerated features such as sharp teeth, an open mouth, and a menacing expression. These lion heads are not only decorative, they are also believed to have sacred significance and to protect the crew and the ship.
Lion heads are also frequently featured in Viking art and culture. They appear in Viking decorations, buildings, and paintings. The image of the lion's head spread widely in Northern Europe and became one of the important elements of Viking culture .