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This Faux Fur Pelt Cloak Mantle makes a great addition to a cloak to provide an extra layer of warmth to any Viking fit.
Mantles were a very important part of a Viking's wardrobe. Not only did they provide warmth and protection from the elements, but they also served as a status symbol. A wealthy Viking could afford to have a mantle made of fur, while a poorer Viking would have to make do with wool or linen.
Mantles were also used as ceremonial garments and could be adorned with intricate embroidery or other decorations. In some cases, they were even used as burial shrouds. Given their importance, it is not surprising that many ancient Norse poems and sagas make reference to mantles.
In the Poetic Edda, for instance, the goddess Freyja is described as wearing a beautiful cloak made of falcon feathers. And in the Saga of Erik the Red, one of the characters is said to have gifted a fine mantle to his son as a sign of affection. For the Vikings, then, mantles were much more than simply items of clothing. They were symbols of power, status, and even love.
Colors and Patterns:
Because most of our clothing and leather products are handmade the color trim may vary from garment to garment. We feel this is a better representation of the Viking Age and prefer to offer you handmade rather than factory garments!
Please Note:
Most clothing is will be shipped to you within 1-2 days.
However a few of our pieces are made to order and in those cases it may be 3-4 weeks before you receive it.
