Long, narrow, and fearless on any sea — the drakkar was the soul of the Viking Age, the vessel that carried Norse warriors across oceans and into legend. This hand-carved wooden figurine is a centrepiece of our Viking wooden statues collection , carved in Ukraine from ecological ash wood with a lacquered finish that honours the power and craftsmanship of the Norse shipbuilders.
Each piece is individually crafted — no two are identical. The distinctive dragon prow, textured hull, precisely carved oars, and sweeping lines of the longship are rendered with meticulous hand-carved detail — a true collector's tribute to the age of Odin and the open sea.
Details
- Material: Ecological ash wood
- Finish: Lacquered
- Height: 8.07 inches (20.5 cm)
- Width: 6.4 inches (16.5 cm)
- Depth: 1.9 inches (5 cm)
- Easy to clean with a dry cloth
The Drakkar in Norse History & Mythology
- The Ship of the Vikings: The drakkar (dragon ship) was the pinnacle of Norse shipbuilding — long, shallow-drafted, and fast enough to navigate both open ocean and inland rivers, making it the defining vessel of the Viking Age (793–1066 AD).
- The Dragon Prow: The carved dragon or serpent head at the bow was believed to ward off evil spirits and intimidate enemies — a symbol of the ship's living, protective spirit.
- Odin & the Sea: In Norse mythology, the sea and ships are sacred to Odin, who himself crossed the waters between worlds. The drakkar was not merely a vessel but a bridge between the mortal realm and the divine.
- Naglfar: Norse eschatology speaks of Naglfar, the great ship of the dead that will carry the forces of chaos at Ragnarök — making the longship a symbol of both life's journey and the final voyage.
- Yule & the Wild Hunt: At Yule, the Norse midwinter celebration, Odin leads the Wild Hunt across the sky. The drakkar is inseparable from this imagery of divine power, winter storms, and the journey between worlds — making this a deeply meaningful Yule gift for any Norse pagan or Viking heritage enthusiast.
Ideal For
- Norse pagans, Asatru practitioners, and Viking history enthusiasts
- Collectors of historical art, maritime figurines, and Norse mythology decor
- A striking Yule gift for lovers of Viking culture and Scandinavian heritage
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 statue will be handcrafted and shipped with care from our primary Workshop in Ukraine.
Returns
We gladly accept returns and exchanges. Contact us within 30 days of delivery. Detailed return information here.
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Care
Colour shades and textures may differ slightly from actual products depending on your monitor settings. Wipe clean with a dry cloth only.
A vessel of legend, carved for eternity — hand-carved in Ukraine from sustainable ash wood.