A small handmade Viking-style comb carved from natural black buffalo horn, featuring two stylised animal heads inspired by a historical Viking Age find from Scar, Sanday, in the Orkney Islands, Scotland.
Each comb is individually carved and finished by hand, combining traditional craftsmanship with a design inspired by early medieval Scandinavian art.
Key Features / Specs
Material: Natural black buffalo horn
Size: Approx. 6 × 7 cm (2.36 × 2.76 inches)
Technique: Hand-carved and hand-finished
Care: Clean gently with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid prolonged exposure to water, excessive heat and household chemicals.
Shipping & Availability
Availability: In stock
Dispatched from: Canada
Dispatch time: Within 1–2 business days
About the Design
The design is inspired by a Viking Age whalebone plaque discovered in a boat burial at Scar, Sanday, in the Orkney Islands, Scotland, dating to approximately AD 875–950.
The original carving features two highly stylised animal heads. Their simplified forms leave room for interpretation - they may represent dragons or other mythical beasts, a characteristic feature of Viking Age decorative art.
Our handmade buffalo horn comb is a modern interpretation of this historical design, combining traditional craftsmanship with inspiration from Norse art.
Natural variations in the horn make each handmade piece slightly different.
