Tyr is the god who put his hand in Fenrir's mouth so the other gods could bind the wolf — knowing full well what it would cost him. This hand-carved ash wood statue honours the Norse god of justice, law, and the courage to do what is right regardless of the personal cost. Each piece is individually carved and finished with varnish by skilled artisans in Ukraine. Dimensions: 8.1 in / 20.5 cm tall, 4 in / 10.2 cm wide, 1.6 in / 4 cm deep.
Tyr — The One-Handed God of Justice
Tyr is one of the oldest gods in the Norse pantheon — older, some scholars argue, than Odin himself. His name is cognate with the Proto-Germanic word for god, and in the earliest Germanic traditions he was the sky father, the lawgiver, the one who held the order of the cosmos together. By the Viking Age his role had narrowed but deepened: he became the god of justice, of oaths, of the courage required to uphold what is right when it is costly to do so.
The story of Fenrir is the story that defines him. The gods needed to bind the great wolf before he could bring about Ragnarök, but Fenrir would only allow the binding if one of the gods placed a hand in his mouth as a pledge of good faith. Tyr volunteered. When the binding held and Fenrir realised he had been deceived, he bit off Tyr's hand. Tyr lost the hand. The world was protected. Among the Norse gods, he is the one who understood that justice sometimes requires sacrifice — and made that sacrifice without hesitation.
Details
Material: ecological ash wood
Finish: varnish
Dimensions: 8.1 in / 20.5 cm × 4 in / 10.2 cm × 1.6 in / 4 cm
Technique: hand-carved
Origin: crafted in Ukraine
Ideal For
Asatru and Norse pagan practitioners who work with Tyr in devotional practice. Altars dedicated to justice, law, oaths, and the courage to act rightly under pressure. Those drawn to the warrior-judge archetype in Norse mythology. A powerful gift for those in legal, military, or protective professions, or for anyone who finds meaning in the idea that true courage is not the absence of fear but the willingness to act despite it.
Shipping & Global Delivery
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Returns
We accept returns within 30 days of delivery. Items must be in original condition. Return shipping is free.
About ArtCarving Shop
Every statue in our collection is hand-carved from ecological ash wood by skilled artisans in our Ukrainian workshop. No mass production — each piece is individually made, finished by hand, and unique.
Care
Wipe clean with a dry cloth. Keep away from prolonged direct sunlight and moisture to preserve the varnish finish.
Tyr gave his hand so the world could continue. If his courage speaks to you, this statue belongs on your altar.