Viking art
Scandinavian medieval craftsmanship
Viking art refers to the decorative styles developed by Norse peoples from roughly the 8th to 11th centuries, characterized by intricate interlacing patterns, stylized animal forms, and elaborate knotwork.
These designs appeared on metalwork, jewelry, weapons, ship carvings, and runestones.
Scholars identify several distinct styles within Viking art, including Oseberg, Borre, Jellinge, Mammen, Ringerike, and Urnes, each named after archaeological sites where notable examples were found.
The style influenced medieval art across Scandinavia, the British Isles, and other regions of Viking contact.
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