Viking Art

Historical / Cultural Significance

From the evidence that has been found, it seems that there were no Viking artists who painted pictures. However, there were many Vikings who carved pictures and patterns into stone and wood. Some pictures tell stories of the Viking gods, while many of the patterns are done in what is called the "gripping beast" design. This is full of swirling lines, but when you look at them closely, you can see that there are many animals, each gripping onto the next one. Other Vikings were skilled metalworkers, who worked in gold and silver.

Principles and Elements of Design

Line, form, shape, and some color.

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