If you see just about any depiction of a Viking you know just what you are looking at. Their iconic look is something that sends the message of strength! They are a type of people that were known for their exploration as well as their raiding of cities that they happened upon during their travels. You can find signs of Viking civilizations that show their handy work as well as their own unique way of life. When it comes to Viking culture and what they really are, most people have no idea. They are so interesting and a great culture to know more about especially if you have any Scandinavian descent. One of those big burly guys depicted could be a relative of yours.
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Ancient Vikings Didn’t Wear Horned Helmets: When you think of a Viking of course their big beard, long braid and that iconic horned helmet are what will stand out. The helmet is an interesting part of the Viking culture in the sense that they don’t actually wear helmets that are horned. They did in fact wear helmets when they were heading off into a battle but there is no depiction of them using a helmet with any kind of horns on them. In fact the helmets that they did utilize happen to be very simple in the structure. When the Viking was being depicted in paintings and other mediums, they tended to embellish them which is what started the appearance of horns on the helmet.
Vikings Are Very Clean: Now think about a Viking and what they were all about hygiene is not a word that comes to mind. But vikings were really into cleanliness and hygiene and there are plenty of artifacts that has proven the fact. They were known to get bathed every single week which was much more often than other Europeans. The artifacts that have been uncovered are combs, tweezers, razors and other hygiene tools. They may not have been clean shaven but they were clean.
Viking Burial at Sea in Burning Ship: When a Viking has been killed or died for any reason a grave six feet in the ground is just not fitting. The Viking culture believes that the Viking that has died should be sent off with the ship that they used to serve them in life. You did not have to be a valiant warrior to be sent off in this amazing fashion. The women even were sent out in a ship with goods and even weapons laying right by their side. This is the ultimate way to show respect for a fallen comrade.
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When it comes to Vikings they actually did not refer to themselves as Viking. The culture was part of a region that depicts a specific time in the Norway, Sweden and Denmark that is known as the Viking Age. They did not see other groups of Vikings and become friends. In fact they were known to fight with each other as well. Carve Me A Bear! Chainsaw Carvings offers viking and many other chainsaw carvings. Contact us today to browse our inventory or place a custom order. Clark claims he can carve pretty much anything and is always up for a challenge!
