{"product_id":"slavic-god-veles-wooden-statue-15cm","title":"Slavic God VELES – Wooden Statue 15 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eHand-carved wooden statue of \u003cstrong data-start=\"597\" data-end=\"617\"\u003eSlavic god VELES\u003c\/strong\u003e, the ancient god associated with the earth, magic, wealth and the underworld in Slavic mythology.\u003cbr data-start=\"715\" data-end=\"718\"\u003eThe statue is made from \u003cstrong data-start=\"742\" data-end=\"765\"\u003enatural linden wood\u003c\/strong\u003e and finished with linseed oil and natural wax.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"842\" data-end=\"1054\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"842\" data-end=\"851\"\u003eVELES\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most important gods in Slavic mythology. He is known as the god of the earth, magic, wisdom and wealth. In many ancient beliefs Veles was also the guardian of cattle, trade and prosperity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1056\" data-end=\"1277\"\u003eVeles is often connected with the mysterious forces of nature and the hidden knowledge of the world. In Slavic mythology he is sometimes described as the ruler of the underworld and the protector of spirits and ancestors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1279\" data-end=\"1498\"\u003eHe is also famous for his mythological rivalry with the thunder god Perun. According to Slavic legends, the struggle between Veles and Perun represents the eternal balance between the sky and the earth, order and chaos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1500\" data-end=\"1674\"\u003eThis statue reflects the powerful and mysterious character of the ancient god and can become a meaningful addition to a Slavic altar, spiritual space or mythology collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1676\" data-end=\"1914\"\u003eEach statue is carefully hand-carved from \u003cstrong data-start=\"1718\" data-end=\"1741\"\u003enatural linden wood\u003c\/strong\u003e, a traditional material used by craftsmen for centuries. The carving is finished with linseed oil and natural wax, which protect the wood and highlight its natural texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1916\" data-end=\"1943\"\u003eThis statue can be used as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1947\" data-end=\"1970\"\u003e-a Slavic altar statue\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1973\" data-end=\"2003\"\u003e-a pagan spiritual decoration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2006\" data-end=\"2036\"\u003e-a mythology collection piece\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2039\" data-end=\"2098\"\u003e-a unique gift for lovers of Slavic mythology and folklore\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2100\" data-end=\"2203\"\u003eBecause every statue is carved by hand, each piece has its own unique character and natural wood grain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"q6znlx\" data-start=\"2210\" data-end=\"2222\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2224\" data-end=\"2351\"\u003eHeight: 15 cm (5.9 inches)\u003cbr data-start=\"2250\" data-end=\"2253\"\u003eMaterial: natural linden wood\u003cbr data-start=\"2282\" data-end=\"2285\"\u003eFinish: linseed oil and natural wax\u003cbr data-start=\"2320\" data-end=\"2323\"\u003eTechnique: fully hand-carved\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ancient Gods","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42407465058484,"sku":null,"price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/0263\/3652\/files\/Veles_1_-min.jpg?v=1773856044","url":"https:\/\/ancientgods.shop\/products\/slavic-god-veles-wooden-statue-15cm","provider":"AncientGods","version":"1.0","type":"link"}