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THOR’S HAMMER – In Norse mythology, Mjölnir is the hammer of Thor, the god of thunder. Mjölnir was a fearsome weapon, capable of leveling mountains. In the 13th century Prose Edda, Snorri Sturluson relates that after being thrown at something the hammer always came flying back to Thor.
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“ The Cheerful Neighbour
In recente decades forestry has grown considerably in Iceland. A pleasant side effect of this is the country’s increasingly varied bird life. The common redpoll (Carduelis flammea) i sone of the bird species that favours birch forests and scrub land and hence is getting more and more common in the forests and gardens of Iceland.
The common redpool is a tiny bird in the finch family that weighs only around 15g. I tis brownish-grey in colou rand is a characterized by a bright red patch on its forehead. The range of the species extends throughout the circumpolar Northern áreas. It stays in Iceland throughout the year and for many Icelanders it becomes a beloved neighbour during winter time; accepting seeds and fruits in gardens. Its cheerful singing and quick movements furthermore add some life to the company.
The Icelandic name for the common redpoll is ‘auðnutittlingur’. The word ‘auðna’ means faith or happiness. In older times it was believed to bring luck if travellers spotted or were led by a small bird on a trail. The word ‘auðnutittlingur’ is possible drawn from this old myth. ”
Made in Iceland from 100% cotton with amazing nature images on the front and a monochromatic fabric on the back. The printed pictures on the pads are not homogeneous which can create some slight color variations between the cushions of the same type.
Stuffing is not included.
Size: 40 x 60 cm
” Harbour Seal
Humans and seals have coexisted in the arctic ecosystem for thousands of years. In older times, seals provided meat and skin for Icelanders. Today, however, seals play na insignificante economic role. Seals are curious creatures and have a certain mystique to them. Their beautiful eyes and calm gaze form na instante attraction and partly explain their strong presence in Icelandic folklore.
Harbour seals (Phoca vitulina) and grey seals (Halichoerus grypus) are the only species to pup in Iceland, but a few others visit regularly. The harbour seal is the most common. It can get up to 2 m long and weighs over 100kg. The male is most often slightly larger than the female. In June, the female gives birth to on pup. I tis nurtured for 3 – 4 weeks, but after that it has to take care of itself.
The harbour seal resides mainly around the North Western coast of Iceland. In Vatnsnes peninsula seals can be watched in their natural environment at several oficial observing locations. A research and interpretation center (the Icelandic Seal Center), can also be found in the town of Hvammstangi in the same region. ”
Made in Iceland from 100% cotton with amazing nature images on the front and a monochromatic fabric on the back. The printed pictures on the pads are not homogeneous which can create some slight color variations between the cushions of the same type.
Stuffing is not included.
Size: 40 x 60 cm
Natural Coloured Longwool Decorative Lambskin
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