Hand-Carved Sif Statue in Linden Wood – Norse Goddess Figurine (18 cm)

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

Hand-carved statue of Sif made from linden wood and finished with linseed oil and wax. The surface stays open and tactile, with visible grain and soft tool marks. Sif is represented in a simple Norse-inspired form connected to early Viking-age imagery and mythology.

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 grain and stable texture that allows controlled hand carving. After shaping, the surface is treated with linseed oil and wax. The finish does not seal the wood, it stays absorbed in the fibres, leaving the surface natural and slightly warm to the touch.

Sif appears in Norse mythology as one of the Æsir and the wife of Thor. Her name is associated with fertility, the household, and the cultivated land. In surviving sources such as the Poetic Edda and Prose Edda, she is best known for her golden hair, which is often interpreted by scholars as a symbol linked to wheat, harvest, and the idea of field abundance.

One of the most referenced stories about Sif describes Loki cutting her hair, which later leads to the creation of new enchanted golden hair by the dwarves. This myth connects her to themes of renewal, craft, and the balance between chaos and restoration within Norse cosmology.

The statue keeps a restrained form, focused on silhouette. The wood grain remains visible and changes slightly in tone depending on light, from pale matte in daylight to warmer deeper tones in indoor light.

Each piece is individually carved, so small variations in grain, carving marks, and surface texture are expected and part of the process.