How to Create a Viking Warrior’s Home
Would you like to turn your home into a Viking warrior’s haven? Maybe you would just like to have more of a Norse aesthetic in your living space. Here at Medieval Collectibles, we have a variety of ideas on how to turn your modern home into one fit for any Viking warrior or Norse lady.
Viking Halls and Walls
The walls in a home can be one of the easiest and most affordable ways to bring in that Viking inspiration and style. You can start with plaques or banners. They cover a range of designs and styles, with many of them taking their inspiration from Norse mythology. The banners can bring a bit of color as well. Beyond banners and plaques, maybe a wall clock is that functional wall décor piece that you are looking for.
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Helm of Awe Banner
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Fafnir Helm Viking Banner
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Of course, no Viking warrior’s home would be complete without some armour or weaponry on display. If you are wondering what kind of armour a Viking wore or what weapons they wielded, we have a couple of articles for you to check out. Regardless, there are a lot of options for you to choose from. Shields, like plaques and banners, can create a strong impact on a wall with little effort. Wooden shields make a great choice, but if you need a slightly safer option due to pets or children, LARP shields may prove to be a better fit for you. Wooden shields can feature a variety of designs and colors. Thus, they add some vibrant Viking style to any room.
When it comes to Viking weapons, swords and axes give a classic look. Of course, you can choose between more historical weapons based on archaeological finds and weapons that have a more fantastical style. In addition, you have both functional and decorative options to choose from. It just depends on your lifestyle, budget, and aesthetic. The easiest way to hang any sword will be with a hook or hanger.
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11th C. Viking Sword
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Going Beyond the Wall
Do not worry if you can’t or don’t feel comfortable hanging stuff on a wall. If you have bookshelves or shelves already existing on your walls, it is very easy to add some Viking style to a space. Continuing the idea of armour from earlier, helmets look great displayed on a shelf, especially a series of them in a row. Like the weapons, you can pick more historical helmets, such as spangenhelms and spectacle helmets, or more fantasy-inspired ones with horns.
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Gjermundbu Helmet with Aventail
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Next to some helmets, why not display some Viking statues? They can depict Viking ships, warriors, and the Norse gods. For a bit of function with your Norse style, trinket boxes and bookends make great additions to a bookcase. Statues and similar décor items work in any space in your home, especially in spaces such as living rooms and offices.
Other Rooms in the Viking Home
Of course, bookshelves are not the only pieces of furniture in a home office. There is usually a desk or table, and you can definitely add a touch of Viking aesthetic to them. Light up your space with a Viking lamp or candle holder. They are perfect for creating the proper Norse atmosphere. Besides lighting, items such as letter openers and journals are very appropriate in an office. Also, you may find that a Viking chess set adds a fun touch to an office.
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Nordic Spellbook Leather Journal
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Beyond the office, there is also the Viking kitchen or dining room. Any Viking looking to feast in their home should have some Viking-themed feastware. Of course, the most popular item for a feasting Viking is a drinking horn. However, you can also get Norse tankards or Nordic mugs. Real horn bowls and plates add to the atmosphere. Even further, you could have Norse drinking accessories like bottle stoppers, coasters, and more.
From your living room to the kitchen and beyond, there are plenty of ways you can bring the feel of a Viking mead hall or warrior’s den to your space. You can cover the walls or fill bookshelves with that Nordic style you are looking for. Hopefully, this article has given you plenty of ideas on how to create a Viking warrior’s home. Let us know how you decorate as a Viking by commenting below.