Мade of plywood, this piece’s main decorative motif is the Helm of Awe, а symbol used by the Vikings to strike fear into their enemies. The Norse, particularly women would draw this symbol between their eyes on their foreheads for ultimate protection. The Helm of Awe worked best when it was inscribed with blood or spit, making it even more frightening.
The shield is made out of 15mm thick birch plywood, painted, and varnished by hand, consolidated with a steel hand-hammered umbo and bolts. It comes with a wood handlebar installed on the back.
The shield can be used as a decorative wall hanger or as a functional piece for medieval reenactment, LARP or Halloween.
Size - 24 inches in diameter (61 cm)
Weight - 8 pounds (3.5 kg)
Material - 15mm thick birch plywood
Because these are handmade products made with natural wood planks the sizes, textures and overall appearance may vary slightly from the photos displayed.
