Hand-Carved Baldur Statue in Linden Wood – Norse God Figurine (18 cm)

Wooden figure inspired by early Scandinavian carving traditions and Norse mythology.

Hand-carved statue of Baldur made from linden wood and finished with linseed oil and wax. The surface stays natural and matte, with visible grain and subtle tool marks. Baldur is represented in a simple form inspired by Norse mythological tradition and early Viking-age symbolism.

Key Features:
Material: Linden wood (basswood / linden)
Finish: Linseed oil and natural wax
Size: 18 cm / 7.1 inches
Use: Altar figure, Norse mythology collection, shelf display, ritual space
Shipping:
Dispatched from: Ukraine
Crafted upon order
Production time: 4 to 6 days before shipping

Carved from linden wood chosen for its fine, even grain and predictable carving behaviour. After shaping, the surface is treated with linseed oil and wax, which sinks into the wood and leaves it open rather than sealed. The texture remains visible and slightly warm, with a soft matte finish.

Baldur appears in Norse mythology as one of the Æsir and a son of Odin and Frigg. He is described in the Poetic Edda and Prose Edda as a god associated with light, purity, and peace. In the mythological narratives, Baldur is known for his beauty and fairness, and for the sense of calm and harmony surrounding him among the gods.

The most widely known story connected to Baldur is his death, caused by Loki’s trick and the mistletoe spear. This event is often interpreted in scholarship as a turning point in Norse cosmology, linked to themes of fate, fragility, and the coming of Ragnarök.

The figure is kept visually simple, with attention to form and silhouette rather than ornament. The wood grain remains part of the surface, shifting gently in different light from pale matte tones to deeper warm shades.

Each statue is carved individually, so variations in grain direction, carving marks, and proportions are natural and expected.