This is not a single carving — it is a horn covered from rim to tip with scenes drawn from Viking Age sources and the Poetic Edda. Celtic knotwork, boars, wolves, hunting scenes, and Viking figures wind their way around the entire surface. Every inch has been considered.
The stand is bespoke — a hand forged spiral holder with a leaf pattern at the end, made specifically for this horn. It is a display piece as much as a drinking vessel.
Designed by Paul at Bushman Survival and crafted to his specification.
About the Poetic Edda
The Poetic Edda is a collection of Old Norse poems, preserved in the 13th century Icelandic manuscript known as the Codex Regius, but drawing on oral traditions stretching back centuries into the Viking Age. It contains the great mythological poems — the Völuspá (the prophecy of the seeress), the Hávamál (the words of the High One, Odin's own wisdom), the Lokasenna, the Thýrimsól — alongside heroic lays of Sigurd, Brynhildr, and the fall of the Niflungs. It is the single most important source for Norse mythology and Viking Age belief. The carvings on this horn draw from that world.
Options
Horn only — £90
Horn + Leather Loop — £95
Horn + Bespoke Forged Stand — £98
Horn + Stand + Loop — £102
Details
Over 700ml capacity — a genuinely large horn
Full surface hand carving — Celtic knotwork, boars, wolves, hunting scenes, Viking figures
Bespoke hand forged spiral stand with leaf pattern end (with stand options)
Food safe resin lined
Hand wash only — cold drinks only
Each horn varies in size, shape and colour
Made in the UK
Care Instructions
Rinse with warm soapy water after each use
Towel or air dry completely before storing
Apply a food-grade oil such as mineral oil periodically
If persistent odour, soak with white vinegar and water for a couple of hours
Do not use a dishwasher or hot water
As a natural product, each horn varies slightly in size, shape and colour. Full care instructions included with your order.
I bought several sets of the hinges and locks for some Norse style chests I was making. All I can say is this craftsman is excellent, the hinges work really well and are in keeping with my project. The lock and key is to the same superb standard, work well and really finish a sea chest off perfectly. I'm very happy with my purchases, fast delivery and well packaged. Excellent value for money considering the work that must go into these items.
