Vegvisir Galdrastafur Viking Wind Chime

Light-sounding Vegvisir glass wind chime made from high-fire Raku clay and fused glass.

Vegvisir: A Norse protection symbol with deep meaning. The Icelandic word literally means ‘guidepost’ or ‘direction sign’. In modern popular culture, the Vegvísir is often called Runic Compass or See the Way. It is often associated with the Viking Age, which is incorrect: this symbol comes from the 17th-century Icelandic grimoire Galdrabók (‘magic book’). The origin of this type of witchcraft is difficult to ascertain: to some extent, it derives from medieval mysticism and Renaissance occultism, but also has a few connections with the ancient Germanic runic tradition. Vegvísir was drawn on one’s forehead with blood to prevent a person from getting lost.

I hand-rolled this 4" clay disc and carved it with the sacred Icelandic Runic symbol, the Vegvísir compass, fired, then glazed and fired once again and finished with a Raku firing to obtain the unique one-of-a-kind colouring and finish.

Strands of fused glass and a central piece of hammered copper finish this unique creation.

The total length from the top of the hook to the bottom is 16" long (41 cm). The hook is made of chainmail rings and steel.

*Each creation I make is unique and one of a kind, the photo above is what you will receive. The intensity of colour may differ from