Today a local Nordic enthusiast came to begin a sleeve of patterns derived from the Urnes Stave Church in Norway. This wild stallion entwined with writing vegetation appears on a carved wooden panel inside the church, which was originally erected in 1130 and has been constantly repaired and updated. This art may date to the oldest part, or as late as the 17th century.
Viking Horse Band Tattoo by Pat Fish
The pattern for this tattoo is available for purchase and immediate download at