{"product_id":"broche-vikingo-con-forma-de-caballo-de-bronce-fundido-a-la-cera-perdida-de-los-siglos-ix-x-mdw","title":"Viking Horse Brooch in Lost Wax Cast Bronze from the 9th-10th Century","description":"\u003ch2\u003e Viking Horse Brooch in Lost Wax Cast Bronze from the 9th-10th Century\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"parrafoTM\"\u003e Channel the spirit of\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"parrafoTM\"\u003e Viking Scandinavia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"parrafoTM\"\u003e with this hand-cast solid bronze horse head brooch, faithfully modeled after the\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"parrafoTM\"\u003e artifacts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"parrafoTM\"\u003e from the 10th century discovered in Birka. Originally worn by Norse women as an apron or cloak clasp, the stylized equine motif was more than decorative: it signified status, regional identity, and craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"parrafoTM\"\u003e Made with the\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"parrafoTM\"\u003e ancient lost wax method\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp class=\"parrafoTM\"\u003eEach piece begins as a hand-sculpted wax original. Cast bronze replaces the wax, preserving every nuance in the final casting. The result is a brooch rich in texture, depth, and individuality, each subtly unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"parrafoTM\"\u003e He\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"parrafoTM\"\u003e horse-shaped motif\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul class=\"listaTM\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"itemTM\"\u003e Stylized with flowing mane and intertwined motifs, it was often associated with fertility, movement between kingdoms, and divine guardianship. Vikings adorned their garments with these symbols to convey their status and spiritual beliefs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"parrafoTM\"\u003e These types of bronze brooches were more than just functional fasteners in the Viking Age: they served as symbols of craftsmanship, identity, and wealth. The horse appears in saga art and funerary contexts as a symbol of endurance, status, and a connection to nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"parrafoTM\"\u003e Ideal for dressing up or displaying authentic Nordic attire, this brooch holds securely with its rigid pin, perfect for linen, wool, or traditional attire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp class=\"parrafoTM\"\u003eCARE INSTRUCTIONS:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"parrafoTM\"\u003e Clean with a soft, dry cloth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"parrafoTM\"\u003e Avoid chemical cleaners, prolonged humidity, or exposure to salt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"parrafoTM\"\u003e Store it in a dry bag or display box to preserve the surface patina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"parrafoTM\"\u003e Light wax or mineral oil may be applied occasionally, without abrasive polishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"parrafoTM\"\u003e MEASUREMENTS: (approx.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"parrafoTM\"\u003e Long\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"parrafoTM\"\u003e 5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"parrafoTM\"\u003e Width\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"parrafoTM\"\u003e 3 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"parrafoTM\"\u003e NOTE:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"parrafoTM\"\u003e Each brooch is individually cast using the lost wax casting technique, therefore there may be slight variations in color, texture or casting detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"parrafoTM\"\u003e Discover this product in the Medieval Store\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MDW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51410052677975,"sku":"26614BZAT","price":16.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0871\/6566\/5623\/files\/11th-Century-Antique-Bronze-Viking-Horse-Brooch-Gripping-Beast-Style-26614BZAT.jpg?v=1754585682","url":"https:\/\/todomedieval.com\/en\/products\/broche-vikingo-con-forma-de-caballo-de-bronce-fundido-a-la-cera-perdida-de-los-siglos-ix-x-mdw","provider":"Todo Medieval","version":"1.0","type":"link"}