Viking Ghosts of Kingley Vale — Matte Stretched Canvas Print | Unframed Wall Art
12" x 9" (Horizontal) / 1.25"
£51.99
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Viking Ghosts of Kingley Vale — Matte Stretched Canvas Print | Unframed Wall Art
£51.99
The Mist Never Fully Lifted
The Viking ghost of Kingley Vale is a premium matte unframed canvas featuring historical Viking artwork.
In AD 894, a Viking war party was cornered and destroyed in the valley beneath Bow Hill. The dead were buried where they fell, beneath the roots of yew trees that still stand today. The grove at Kingley Vale has never quite shaken the weight of what happened there — and on misty mornings, when the light comes low through the ancient canopy, the shapes between the trees are not always easy to explain. This canvas captures that moment: a line of ghostly figures emerging from the green-black mist, shields raised, standing as they stood in life. Not a battle scene. A vigil. The army that never stood down, still holding the ground they paid for in blood.
This listing is for the unframed stretched canvas only. The canvas arrives gallery-wrapped with a 1.25″ depth and includes hanging hardware, so it can be displayed immediately without a frame.
Product features
- Matte stretched canvas — 12″ × 9″ horizontal format, 1.25″ gallery-wrap depth
- Greenguard Gold UL-certified latex inks — vivid, fade-resistant, safe for indoor display
- Stretched on FSC-certified radiata pine — sustainably sourced and eco-responsible
- Composition continues around the wrapped edges
- Soft rubber dots on reverse to protect walls and prevent slipping
- Hanging hardware included — arrives ready to display
- Production tolerance ±1/8″
Dimensions
| Specification | 12″ × 9″ (Horizontal) |
|---|---|
| Width, in | 12.00 |
| Height, in | 9.00 |
| Depth, in | 1.25 |
Care instructions
- Dust gently with a clean, dry or lightly damp cloth
- Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents
- Keep out of direct prolonged sunlight to preserve print longevity
Frequently asked questions
Does it come framed?
This listing is for the unframed stretched canvas only. The canvas is gallery-wrapped with a 1.25″ depth and arrives with hanging hardware, so it can be displayed immediately without a frame. If you'd prefer a framed finish, see the Viking Ghosts of Kingley Vale — Framed Canvas Print.
Is it ready to hang?
Yes — hanging hardware is included and rubber dots on the reverse protect the wall. Fix the hook, hang the canvas, done.
What materials are used?
Matte cotton-poly composite canvas stretched on FSC-certified radiata pine, printed with non-toxic Greenguard Gold UL-certified latex inks. Safe, sustainable, and built for long-term display.
What is the Viking Ghosts of Kingley Vale?
In AD 894, Viking warriors were defeated and buried beneath the ancient yew trees of Kingley Vale in the South Downs. Local legend holds that the great yews grew from their burial mounds — and that the warriors never truly left. Read the full story: Echoes of the Slain — The Viking Ghosts of Kingley Vale.
Is this suitable as a gift?
Yes — a considered gift for history readers, folklore lovers, and anyone drawn to the quiet power of ancient British landscapes. Browse the full Kingley Vale collection for more designs in this series.
How should I care for it?
Dust gently with a clean, dry or lightly damp cloth. Avoid abrasive cleaners and prolonged direct sunlight to preserve the print quality long-term.
EU representative: HONSON VENTURES LIMITED, gpsr@honsonventures.com, 3, Gnaftis House flat 102, Limassol, Mesa Geitonia, 4003, CY
Product information: Generic brand, 2 year warranty in EU and Northern Ireland as per Directive 1999/44/EC
Warnings / Hazard: For adults only.
Care instructions: Dust gently with a clean, dry or lightly damp cloth. Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight.
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