{"product_id":"griffin-wooden-statue","title":"Griffin Statue | Hand-Carved Ash Wood Mythical Creature | ArtCarving Shop","description":"\u003cp\u003eHalf eagle, half lion — the griffin stands as one of the most powerful and enduring symbols in the mythological imagination. Guardian of treasures, mount of the gods, and emblem of divine strength and vigilance, the griffin appears across ancient Greek, Persian, Egyptian, and medieval European traditions as a creature of supreme authority and protection. This hand-carved ash wood statue captures its majestic, commanding presence, part of our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/greek-statue\"\u003eGreek statues collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, finished with a lacquer that honours every carved detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece is individually crafted — no two are identical. At 8.2 inches tall and 7.4 inches wide, this is a bold, sweeping composition — the griffin rendered with the full force of its mythological authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ecological ash wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lacquer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.2 × 7.4 × 2.3 in \/ 21 × 19 × 6 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to clean with a dry cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Griffin in Mythology \u0026amp; Heraldry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAncient origins:\u003c\/strong\u003e The griffin appears in ancient Greek, Persian, and Egyptian art as early as the Bronze Age — a creature combining the king of beasts (lion) with the king of birds (eagle), embodying supreme power over both earth and sky\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGuardian of treasures:\u003c\/strong\u003e In Greek and Scythian tradition, griffins were said to guard vast hoards of gold in the mountains of the north — fierce and tireless sentinels against those who would steal what is sacred\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDivine mount:\u003c\/strong\u003e Associated with Apollo and the sun, the griffin was said to pull the chariot of the gods — a creature of divine authority and celestial power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedieval heraldry:\u003c\/strong\u003e The griffin became one of the most prized symbols in European heraldry — representing courage, strength, leadership, and the vigilant protection of what is most valued\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e Embodies the union of opposites — earth and sky, strength and wisdom, the primal and the divine — and the fierce, unwavering power of a guardian who never sleeps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors of mythological and heraldic sculpture from ancient and medieval traditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePractitioners drawn to guardian energy and protective symbolism in altar or ritual work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBold home and office decor for lovers of fantasy, mythology, and classical art\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Global Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe ensure your artisan carvings reach you safely through our global network of makers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEuropean Union:\u003c\/strong\u003e EU orders are shipped directly from our Studio in Spain. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fast-delivery-europe\"\u003eShop items in stock in Spain →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnited States:\u003c\/strong\u003e Orders for the USA are shipped from our USA Warehouse for rapid domestic delivery. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fast-delivery\"\u003eShop items in stock in the USA →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGlobal \u0026amp; Availability:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eReturns\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe gladly accept returns and exchanges. Contact us within 30 days of delivery. Detailed return information \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/artcarving.store\/pages\/returns-exchanges\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout ArtCarving Shop\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have a rich story behind our brand. If you have a couple of minutes, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/artcarving.store\/pages\/about\"\u003eread about how we work\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColour shades and textures may differ slightly from actual products depending on your monitor settings. Wipe clean with a dry cloth only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGuardian of earth and sky — the Griffin statue is hand-carved in Ukraine from sustainable ash wood.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Carving Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42251517329592,"sku":"","price":136.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/0566\/0600\/files\/photo_2023-05-18_19-00-57.jpg?v=1684740637","url":"https:\/\/artcarving.store\/products\/griffin-wooden-statue","provider":"Art Carving Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}