{"product_id":"viking-shield-maiden-matte-canvas-wall-art","title":"Viking Shield-Maiden Matte Canvas Wall Art — Shield Maiden of the Sagas Stretched Print","description":"\u003ch2\u003eViking Shield-Maiden Matte Canvas Wall Art — Shield Maiden of the Sagas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Viking Shield Maiden of the Sagas is a premium matte canvas featuring an artwork of a sword and shield bearing Shield Maiden on an atmospheric shoreline scene.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA storm-tossed scene rendered with painterly depth. A shield-maiden stands on rocky shores as waves crash and a brooding sky looms — fierce, grounded, and utterly at home in the chaos. The matte, glare-resistant finish holds rich detail and textured brushwork, giving the piece a gallery-quality presence that feels both ancient and immediate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStretched over a sturdy 1.25\" radiata pine frame and fitted with soft rubber pads and hanging hardware, it arrives ready to mount. Printed with Greenguard Gold certified latex inks for longevity and safety — no shine, no compromise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho were the shield maidens?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShield maidens appear throughout Norse sagas and Eddic poetry as women who chose the path of the warrior — trained in combat, present on the battlefield, and celebrated in legend. Figures like Lagertha, Hervor, and the Valírjur blur the line between history and myth. Whether entirely historical or partly legendary, they represent a strand of Norse culture that honoured female strength and agency in ways that still resonate today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatte, glare-resistant finish for deep painterly detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStretched on a 1.25\" radiata pine frame with included hanging hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrinted with non-toxic, UL-certified Greenguard Gold latex inks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft rubber dots on back protect surfaces and keep the canvas steady\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 12\" × 9\" horizontal (width × height), depth 1.25\" (±1\/8\" tolerance)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSize guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable id=\"size-guide\" style=\"min-width: 360px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"color: #000000; font-weight: 500; text-align: left; font-size: 15px; padding: 10px;\"\u003e12\" × 9\" (Horizontal)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; color: #525252; font-size: 15px; border-top: 1px solid #ededed; word-break: break-word;\"\u003eWidth, in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; color: #525252; font-size: 15px; border-top: 1px solid #ededed;\"\u003e12.00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; color: #525252; font-size: 15px; border-top: 1px solid #ededed; word-break: break-word;\"\u003eHeight, in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; color: #525252; font-size: 15px; border-top: 1px solid #ededed;\"\u003e9.00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; color: #525252; font-size: 15px; border-top: 1px solid #ededed; word-break: break-word;\"\u003eDepth, in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; color: #525252; font-size: 15px; border-top: 1px solid #ededed;\"\u003e1.25\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf the canvas gathers dust, wipe gently with a clean, damp cloth. Avoid direct sunlight for prolonged periods to preserve colour depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it arrive ready to hang?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — hanging hardware is included. Just choose your wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this suitable as a gift?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — an excellent gift for fans of Norse mythology, Viking history, or anyone who appreciates bold, story-driven wall art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat finish does it have?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMatte and glare-resistant — ideal for rooms with natural light where a glossy finish would cause reflections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre the inks safe?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — printed with Greenguard Gold certified latex inks, certified non-toxic and safe for home environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEU representative\u003c\/strong\u003e: HONSON VENTURES LIMITED, gpsr@honsonventures.com, 3, Gnaftis House flat 102, Limassol, Mesa Geitonia, 4003, CY\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct information\u003c\/strong\u003e: Generic brand, 2 year warranty in EU and Northern Ireland as per Directive 1999\/44\/EC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e: Wipe gently with a clean, damp cloth if dusty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/theshieldwall.store\/collections\/shield-maidens\"\u003eShield Maidens Collection\u003c\/a\u003e, or read the history behind the design: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/theshieldwall.store\/blogs\/news\/shield-maidens-of-the-sagas-fact-fiction-and-the-fiercest-women-of-norse-mythology\"\u003eShield Maidens of the Sagas: Fact, Fiction, and the Fiercest Women of Norse Mythology\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShop The Shield - Join The Fyrd - Claim Your Heritage!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Printify","offers":[{"title":"12\" x 9\" (Horizontal) \/ 1.25\"","offer_id":60228430168398,"sku":"26933823245760651123","price":51.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0927\/0532\/5390\/files\/13206918763723338726_2048.jpg?v=1785173014","url":"https:\/\/theshieldwall.store\/products\/viking-shield-maiden-matte-canvas-wall-art","provider":"The Shield Wall","version":"1.0","type":"link"}