{"product_id":"hel-norse-goddess-wooden-statue","title":"Hel - Norse Goddess, Wooden statue","description":"\u003ch2\u003eNorse goddess Hel. Natural wood figurine. Heathen dietiy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis handcrafted wooden figurine intricately captures Hel, the enigmatic ruler of the Norse underworld, Helheim. \u003cspan class=\"citation-17 citation-end-17\"\u003eAs the daughter of Loki and the giantess Angrboða, Hel holds dominion over the realm where most of the dead, particularly those who did not die heroically in battle, reside.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"1\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-16 citation-end-16\"\u003eHer unique and often formidable presence in Norse mythology embodies the profound duality of life and death.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"2\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e This meticulously carved wooden piece offers a compelling and powerful presence, making it a significant addition to a personal collection, a striking decorative accent for a home, or a profound focal point for those drawn to the deeper mysteries of Norse myth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this depiction, Hel is portrayed in a majestic and domineering pose, emphasizing her unique nature: the left half of her body symbolizes death and decay, while the right half represents life and beauty. \u003cspan class=\"citation-15 citation-end-15\"\u003eThis striking duality is central to her identity, highlighting her absolute dominion as the guardian of the afterlife and ruler over Helheim.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"3\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e At her feet, skulls and the frightened faces of fallen warriors vividly illustrate the fearsome and inescapable nature of her domain. Behind her, a Scandinavian pattern incorporates the head of a dog, directly symbolizing Garmr, the fearsome hound that guards the entrance to Helheim. This detail further underscores her authority and the solemn, yet essential, role she plays in the cosmic order\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis wooden figurine is designed with a flat back and features a special loop\/hook, allowing it to be easily \u003cb\u003emounted on a wall\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWidth: 8cm \/ 3.15 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight: 21cm \/ 8.27 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepth: 4cm \/ 1.57 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecial Note:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs each figurine is \u003cb\u003ehandcrafted from natural wood\u003c\/b\u003e, subtle variations in wood grain and minor details may occur, making your piece truly one-of-a-kind. If this item is not immediately available in stock, please allow up to 7 days for your order to be created and dispatched. Please note that shipping time will be additional to the creation period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBest Regards,\u003cbr\u003eBlagowood Studio\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blagowood","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39339548246090,"sku":"80213","price":68.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0282\/5745\/2106\/products\/Hel-min.jpg?v=1753187342","url":"https:\/\/blagowood.com\/products\/hel-norse-goddess-wooden-statue","provider":"Blagowood","version":"1.0","type":"link"}