Odin - One-Eyed Allfather and God of War, Wisdom and Magic
The Norse god Odin rules over Asgard (the domain of gods) from his throne in Valhalla (The Hall of the Slain). Odin is said to have created many of the other gods in the Nordic pantheon, the human race, and Midgard (Earth), which is why he is known as the Allfather. Valhalla is where souls of the einherjar (warriors who died in combat) gather after death, and prepare for Ragnarök, the final battle at the end of time.
Resplendent in various lustres, Odin Sculpture is a work or marvel and technical ingenuity, combining classical sculptural styles with a stylistic look.
SELF-SACRIFICE
Despite Odin's great power, he always hungered to gain knowledge and wisdom, especially those that are hidden from him, even if it meant a great sacrifice. Odin travelled to Mimir's Well, located at one of the three roots of Yggdrasil, the World tree. There he met Mimir, the Nordic god of Wisdom, who asked him to pluck out one of his eyes for a chance to drink from his well of knowledge. Without hesitation, Odin did so and dropped his eye into the well and drank deeply. He immediately received the wisdom of past, present, and future which helped him to secure more opportunities for his kingdom.
Matt porcelain allows for amazing sculptural texture especially in hair and musculature.
GOD OF MANY FACES
I have as many names as there are winds, as many titles as there are ways to die."
Neil Gaiman, American Gods
The above quote demonstrates Odin having multiple names based on his different personalities and deeds. He has been known as Valfather, the one who chooses the slain, and Wanderer for his unending quest for knowledge and truth across different realms. Other names include Glad-of-War, Gondlir Wand-Bearer, Grim, Grimnir, Highest, Hooded One, Third, True-Guesser, and many others. This shows the complex and multifaceted nature of Odin, who also has a tendency to deceive and trick others. This aspect of Odin is often overshadowed by Loki's shenanigans as the God of Mischief overseeing the domains of temptation and chaos. Despite popular depictions in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Loki is not the son of Odin in Nordic mythology.
Odin's Nordic arsenal is full of ornamental details. His battleaxe, gauntlets, and shield are completed with Nordic runes and symbology fitting for a mighty warrior king.
MASTER OF RUNES
Nordic runes have immense power in the mythology, and Odin has also endured much to gain this ancient knowledge by hanging himself from Yggdrasil for nine days and nine nights whilst being impaled by his own spear. This gave Odin access to the magical workings of the cosmos, fate, and great magical power of runes. He learnt chants that could heal physical, emotional and spiritual wounds, wake the dead, bind his enemies and render their weapons useless, expose and banish enemy magic users, and many more.
Lladró's Odin Sculpture is a showstopper piece that exudes wisdom and strength, imparting a heroic energy into different spaces.
LLADRÓ ODIN SCULPTURE
Capturing Odin in sculptural porcelain form is no easy feat considering the complex nature of the Allfather. Lladró's Odin Sculpture captures Odin's ancient wisdom and unparalleled strength in matt white porcelain. Pay attention to great detailing of hair, musculature, and his garments. It is also completed with his Nordic arsenal, including a battle axe, shield engraved with four dragons, a long-horned helmet, and bracers all embellished with ochre, gold, and silver lustres. Conceived for lovers of mythology, history and art, this piece is a masterful blend of craftsmanship, creativity and symbolism.
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