Anonymous asked:
I am more visual and I cannot find or I find but I cannot tell if they are realistic or not for the actual viking crafting styles, I don’t mind modern replicas for examples, but can you find and show more visual photos of crafts, or link a site/blog which has relatively really good references? thank you, I love your blog, never stop it!
I am sure you have seen my posts about Viking arts and crafts, but I would understand the need for more information – definitely.
If we are talking crafts, I assume we are referring to brooches, beads, clothing, and other goods. I will provide a few examples of archeological finds for you, since that does seem to be what you are looking for. Most people making “Viking” crafts do use archaeological findings for reference.
Here are some examples of viking jewelry crafts:
As you can see from those alone, there is a huge amount of variety in style and expression. I would say you will find a lot of brooches, rings, arm-rings, and necklaces. Yet, even if you just search “Mjöllnir,” you will find incredible variety – all of which were archaeologically discovered.
For multiple version of Mjöllnir, check out a sample of its archaeological record at this link.
That being said, I would not worry about being exact to those styles featured above. I would use the art styles we have learned about based off of these artifacts to create new ones, which is what I believe most people do.
See this article for a guide on Early Viking Art, complemented with many pictures.
On the more museum-based side, you can always check out certain online galleries for viking artifacts, such as this one at Jorvik, or this digital collection from the National Museum of Denmark. Both would be fine places to begin viewing images of various findings.
Also, check out The Viking Answer Lady on Viking Beads and Necklaces (which was a major craft, especially for women).
All of that should at least get you started with some more visuals. Many of the Viking markets out these are hosted by museums or historical groups. In fact, many of the crafts displayed at those markets are replicas of archaeological finds. So, I hope all of that was helpful for you. If you need anything else, please do ask!
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