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Tanngrisnir & Tanngnjóstr – Thor's Goats Hand-Carved Ash Wood Viking Statue
Tanngrisnir & Tanngnjóstr – Thor's Goats Hand-Carved Ash Wood Viking Statue
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This hand-carved ash wood statue depicts Tanngrisnir and Tanngnjóstr — the legendary goats of Thor — rendered in rich natural wood with a varnish finish. Standing 9.4 inches tall, it’s a bold and unusual piece for any Norse pagan altar, Viking shelf, or Asatru sacred space. Few figures in Norse mythology carry the raw vitality and mythic weight of Thor’s divine goats, and this carving captures that energy with striking detail.
In Norse mythology, Tanngrisnir (“Teeth-barer”) and Tanngnjóstr (“Teeth-grinder”) are Thor’s immortal goats who pull his chariot across the sky. Each night Thor slaughters them for food, and each morning he resurrects them whole using his hammer Mjölnir — provided no bones are broken. They embody themes of sacrifice, renewal, and the cyclical nature of life, making them powerful symbols for altar work focused on strength, abundance, and regeneration. As animal totems, the goat represents vitality, sure-footedness, and the will to climb where others cannot. Browse our full animal spirit figurine collection or explore more pieces from our Thor statue collection to build out your Norse altar.
Details
Material: hand-carved ash wood
Finish: varnish
Height: 9.4 in / 24 cm
Width: 4.5 in / 11.5 cm
Depth: 2.1 in / 5.5 cm
Care: wipe clean with a dry cloth — do not submerge in water
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Frequently Asked Questions
What material and size is the Thor goat statue?
The Tanngrisnir and Tanngnjóstr statue is hand-carved from solid ash wood and finished with a protective varnish coating. It stands 9.4 inches (24 cm) tall, 4.5 inches (11.5 cm) wide, and 2.1 inches (5.5 cm) deep — a substantial, display-ready size for any Norse altar or Viking shelf.
What is the spiritual meaning of the goat as a Norse totem animal?
In Norse and broader pagan traditions, the goat is a totem of vitality, sure-footedness, and determined will. Goats climb where others cannot — they represent the ability to navigate difficult terrain, persist through obstacles, and find nourishment where little exists. As Thor's sacred animals, Tanngrisnir and Tanngnjóstr also carry themes of resurrection and regeneration, making them meaningful totems for those working with cycles of death and renewal, or seeking Thor's protective energy in their practice.
What is the spiritual meaning of the goat as a Norse totem animal?
In Norse and broader pagan traditions, the goat is a totem of vitality, sure-footedness, and determined will. Goats climb where others cannot — they represent the ability to navigate difficult terrain, persist through obstacles, and find nourishment where little exists. As Thor's sacred animals, Tanngrisnir and Tanngnjóstr also carry themes of resurrection and regeneration, making them meaningful totems for those working with cycles of death and renewal, or seeking Thor's protective energy in their practice.
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