Viking, (sculpture).

Viking, (sculpture).

Unknown, sculptor.

Viking, (sculpture).

Dedicated 1963. Relocated 1973.

Figure: fiberglass, painted; Foundation: cement.

Figure: approx. 18.5 ft. x 7.6 ft. x 5 ft.; Foundation: approx. 5 in. x 5 ft. x 6.6 ft.

(On shield on upper front of figure, raised:) KITCHEN/CARPETS BY/VIKING unsigned

A bearded Viking stands, wearing a helmet with horns on either side, a short-sleeved tunic and laced boots. He holds a shield up to his chest with his proper left hand. His proper right hand used to hold a sword which is now missing. The Viking's boots are embedded in the cement foundation.

Figure male -- Full length

Occupation -- Military -- Soldier

Ethnic -- Scandinavian

Dress -- Ethnic -- Scandinavian Dress

Dress -- Accessory -- Helmet

Dress -- Accessory -- Shield

Outdoor Sculpture -- Wisconsin -- Buffalo

Viking Motel, 675 North River Road, Buffalo, Wisconsin

Formerly located Marshfield, Wisconsin until 1973.

The Viking is about two feet shorter than he used to be because his boots are embedded in the cement foundation. The figure was ordered through Viking Carpet in Georgia.

Save Outdoor Sculpture, Wisconsin survey, 1993.

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