{"product_id":"hippocampus-statue-hand-carved-ash-wood-greek-mythology-seahorse","title":"Hippocampus Statue | Hand-Carved Ash Wood Greek Mythology Seahorse","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhere the ocean meets legend, the Hippocampus emerges — the divine sea-horse sacred to Poseidon, born from the depths of \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/greek-statue\"\u003eGreek mythology\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. This statue is hand-carved in Ukraine from ecological ash wood and finished with a protective varnish that preserves the wood's natural warmth and grain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece is individually crafted — no two are identical. The flowing waves, coral motifs, and delicate surface detail make every Hippocampus figurine a one-of-a-kind work of art.\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\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Height – 8.0 in (20.5 cm) | Width – 7.0 in (18.0 cm) | Depth – 1.9 in (4.9 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Varnished for protection, preserving the wood's natural appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to clean with a dry cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Hippocampus in Greek Mythology\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eName \u0026amp; Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e From the Greek \u003cem\u003ehippos\u003c\/em\u003e (horse) and \u003cem\u003ekampos\u003c\/em\u003e (sea monster) — a half-horse, half-fish creature of the deep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSacred to Poseidon:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Hippocampus pulled the chariot of Poseidon (Neptune) across the seas, embodying the raw power and majesty of the ocean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCeltic \u0026amp; Norse echoes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Similar aquatic horse spirits appear in Celtic lore as bridges between the human and spirit worlds, and in Norse tradition as deep-sea mystical forces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grace, courage, protection, safe travel, and the balance between the physical and spiritual realms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTalisman of sailors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditionally carried as a protective charm by seafarers navigating unknown waters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOcean lovers, mythology enthusiasts, and collectors of handcrafted art\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHome, office, or meditation spaces with a marine or mythological theme\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA meaningful, unique gift for those who appreciate artisan woodwork\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=\"\/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=\"\/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\u003cp\u003eA creature born where myth and ocean collide — the Hippocampus stands as a timeless guardian of the deep, hand-carved in Ukraine from sustainable ash wood. 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