From the Bronze Age to medieval times, Viking mythology was the religion of
Scandinavia. Their famous "longships" are recognized as a symbol of their life of travel and plunder, which is the focus of David Oscarson's latest
masterpiece the Valhalla. Valhalla (Valhöll-ah) literally translated means "Hall of the Slain," and is in essence the Viking heaven, or "Otherworld"
into which Viking warriors pass upon leaving this life.
In Valhalla, three Viking gods prevail: the Nordic Trinity, Odin, Thor, and Frey. Odin,
"God of the Slain" and "All-Father," lives throughout all ages ruling his kingdom absolutely, governing all things great and small. Thor is of course the
God of Thunder, and guardian of the world both of gods and men. Frey is the god of fertility, noblest of gods. Controling the rain and sunshine, and
therefore the natural increase of the earth, it is good to call upon him for fruitful seasons, and for peace; he also controls the good fortunes of
men.
In contrast to the more primitive art of the Viking era, the Valhalla Collection is portrayed in the technical expertise of Guilloché
engraving, and the artistic mastery of Hard Enamel. The Collection incorporates three levels of Guilloché, and three colors of translucent and opaque hard
enamel on each Collection piece. Odin is produced in Opaque Black, and Translucent Blue and White Hard Enamel, with Rhodium Vermeil. Thor is produced in
Opaque Black, and Translucent Grey and White Hard Enamel, with Rhodium Vermeil. Frey is produced in Opaque Black, and Translucent Red and White Hard Enamel,
with Gold Vermeil. Each writing mode and color is limited to 88 pieces worldwide.
