Viking Troll
by Bill Barber
Title
Viking Troll
Artist
Bill Barber
Medium
Photograph
Description
If you are heading to Scandinavia then you are likely to come across trolls in the course of your travels. We found this one just oputside a shop near Copenhagen. Trolls are the magical creatures of Scandinavian folklore that, along with elves and giants, co-existed with the Norse gods. The trolls dwelt in dark caves in the mountains or in the dark forests and were reputedly terrified of the sunlight.
Trolls have become part of popular culture in Scandinavian countries, particularly Denmark and Norway, and troll figurines are highly sought-after souvenirs for travelers visiting these countries. Many believe that the purchase of such a troll will bring luck to its owner.
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January 31st, 2023
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