No horse in the nine worlds could match Sleipnir. Born of Loki’s shapeshifting and the giant stallion Svaðilfari, Sleipnir entered the world with eight legs — and with them, the ability to travel where no other creature could go. He carried Odin across the sky, through the depths of Niflheim, and over the rainbow bridge Bifröst to Asgard. His teeth were carved with runes, marking him as a creature of magic as much as speed. He was not merely the fastest horse in existence — he was a shaman’s horse, a psychopomp, a bridge between the worlds of gods, men, and the dead. This Sleipnir Wall Plaque honours Odin’s legendary steed in hand-carved ash wood, shaped with care in our family workshop.
Plaque Characteristics
- Material — Ecological Ash Wood: Sustainably sourced ash provides a tight, even grain that holds fine figurative carving beautifully.
- Finish — Hand-Applied Varnish: A protective varnish finish seals the wood and enhances its natural warmth.
- Dimensions — 9.7" H × 9.6" W × 1.7" D (25 × 24.5 × 4.5 cm): A compact, near-square panel — perfect for a shelf, desk, or wall display.
- One-of-a-Kind Design: Each piece is unique due to natural wood grain and tone — no two are exactly alike.
Symbolism of Sleipnir
- Eight Legs — Sleipnir’s eight legs symbolise the eight spiritual qualities of a warrior and shaman; they also echo the eight spokes of the cosmic wheel and the eight directions of the Norse world
- The Shaman’s Horse — in Norse tradition, the shaman’s spirit horse carried them between worlds during trance journeys; Sleipnir was the ultimate expression of this archetype
- Rune-Carved Teeth — his teeth bore runic inscriptions, marking him as a creature of ancient magic and divine knowledge
- World-Traveller — Sleipnir could cross any terrain — water, air, earth, and the void between worlds — making him the only being capable of carrying Odin everywhere he needed to go
- Son of Loki — born of the trickster god’s shapeshifting, Sleipnir embodies the liminal, the unexpected, and the power that comes from crossing boundaries
Steeped in the mythic tradition of our wooden wall plaque collection, this Sleipnir panel is a piece that speaks to anyone drawn to the deeper currents of Norse mythology — a quiet, powerful presence that rewards every glance.
🌍 Shipping & Global Delivery
We ensure your artisan carvings reach you safely through our global network of makers:
- European Union: EU orders are shipped directly from our Studio in Spain. Shop items in stock in Spain →
- United States: Orders for the USA are shipped from our USA Warehouse for rapid domestic delivery. Shop items in stock in the USA →
- Global & Availability: For all other international countries, or in cases where the item is currently unavailable in our Spain or US locations, your plaque will be handcrafted and shipped with care from our primary Workshop in Ukraine.
Returns & Exchanges
We gladly accept returns and exchanges.
- Contact us within 30 days of delivery
- Ship items back within 30 days of delivery
- Detailed return information here
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Care & Notes
Colour shades and textures may vary slightly from photos depending on your screen settings. To clean, simply wipe with a dry towel or tissue. The design is an original artwork created exclusively by our team — you won't find it anywhere else.