Thor - Son of Odin statue - Viking God of Thunder,healing, protection.Celtic

THOR

Dimensions –

Height – 19cm / 7-1/2 inches

Width – 9 cm / 3-1/2 inches

Depth – 6.5 cm / 2-1/2 inches

* Included with the Thor wall feature is an atmospheric collector card replica of early 20th century design.


The most well known of Germanic and Norse gods, Thor is on offer here in a rare, highly detailed replica wall feature.

Made of a limestone and quartzite composition stone it has a well developed aged patina with a slate black / grey patina with hints of ochre.

A hole has been drilled on an angle to receive a hook or nail for wall mounting.


Background information

Thor was the son of Odin and Fjorgyn the Earth goddess. He was associated with the sky and was the god of thunder like the Greek Zeus and Roman Jupiter. He carried a magic hammer, fashioned by the hands of dwarves who were the sons of Ivaldi. Known as the Mjollnir It had a short handle and a large head and would never miss its’ target when thrown.

Frequent depictions of Thor holding a lightning bolt could take the place of the hammer.

Thor was a protector of mankind, a healer who possessed great strength. One of his symbols was the oak tree which was regarded as the king of trees.

His most cherished companion was the god of fire, Loki who joined Thor in many adventures and battles. The frost giants being the most notable adversary the pair would challenge.

Another point of interest is the evolution and assimilation of gods by succeeding generations. When the Anglo Saxon population eventually adopted the Roman calendar, they likened Thor with the god Jupiter also a sky god who presided over the fifth day. ‘Thursday’ is therefore a modern word evolved from the god Thor