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Iron Tools in the National Museum of Ireland
A chisel, a punch and two iron files are evidence of everyday activities in Dublin in the Viking Age. These were all found in Fishamble Street.
Saw Blades and a Draw-Knife Blade in the National Museum of Ireland
Two iron saw blades (13-14) and an Iron draw-knife blade (15).
Carved Wooden Handle in the National Museum of Ireland
A handle carved with a zoomorphic design.
Wooden Box in the National Museum of Ireland
A carved wooden box.
Wooden Chair Back in the National Museum of Ireland
A possible carved wooden chair back.
A Chair or Bench End in the National Museum of Ireland
A carved wooden bench or chair end.
A Decorated Wooden Plank in the National Museum of Ireland
A carved wooden plank from Christchurch Place in Dublin
Human Skull and Slave Collar in the National Museum of Ireland
A human skull that has suffered sword or axe cuts, and an iron slave collar. Both were found in Dublin.
A Viking Dog Collar
This Viking Age dog collar was found in the Oseberg ship burial. It is made of leather with metal fittings.
The Oseberg Ship viewed from the Stem
The Oseberg ship is on display at the Viking Ship Museum in Oslo. It was found in a grave mound at Oseberg in Norway with the remains of two women, and with a large amount of grave goods. These photos show it from the stem.
The Oseberg Ship viewed from the stern
The Oseberg ship is on display at the Viking Ship Museum in Oslo. It was found in a grave mound at Oseberg in Norway with the remains of two women, and with a large amount of grave goods. These photos show it from the stern.
Detail of the Stem Ornament on the Oseberg Ship
Detail of the stem ornament on the Oseberg Ship, showing the intricate carving.
Oars on the Oseberg Ship
Oars from the Oseberg ship in situ in their holders.
Barrel on the Oseberg Ship
A barrel that was found with the Oseberg ship is on display on the deck of the ship.
The Deck and Mast Seat of the Oseberg Ship
Detail of the deck and mast seat of the Oseberg Ship, viewed from the stern.
Steering Oar of the Oseberg Ship
The Oseberg Ship would have been steered with an oar fitted to the starboard side of the ship, just like other Viking Age ships.
The Oseberg Wagon
The Oseberg Wagon was one of several means of transport that were found with the mid-10th century Oseberg ship burial. The wagon is intricately carved with scenes on all its sides. The back of the wagon features at least ten cats, possibly relating…
Detail of the Stern Ornament on the Oseberg Ship
Detail of the stern ornament on the Oseberg Ship, showing the intricate carving.
Professor Gustafson's Diaries from the Oseberg Excavation
The Oseberg mound was excavated in 1904. The excavation was led by Gabriel Gustafson who ensured that the excavation was properly documented. These photos are of his diaries and notebooks related to the excavation.
The Tune Ship
The Tune ship has not survived as well as the Gokstad and Oseberg ships, with which it shares the Vikingskipshuset. However, it appears to have been a faster, sea-going vessel that could have outsailed both. It is not a cargo ship, because it does…