Add a touch of Viking heritage to your table with this handcrafted salt cellar, shaped like a traditional Viking longship.
 
Material: Hand-cast pewter
Size: Cellar ca. 8 cm long (approx. 3.15 in), spoon ca. 5 cm long (approx. 2 in)
Designer/Producer: Made in Norway
Period: Likely 1970s
Condition: Good vintage condition – light wear consistent with age, no damage
Markings: Stamped “Hand-cast in pewter”
 
Both functional and decorative, this longship-shaped salt cellar is a charming nod to Norway’s seafaring past. It makes a striking detail on the dining table, or a thoughtful gift for anyone with a passion for the Viking Age or Scandinavian culture.
 
Care tip
Pewter should never be washed in a dishwasher, as the heat and detergent can damage its surface. Wash by hand with mild soap and warm water, and dry thoroughly with a soft cloth to maintain its shine and shape.
 
About Norwegian pewter
Pewter has a long tradition in Norwegian craftsmanship and table culture, valued for its soft luster, durability, and timeless appeal. From decorative objects to everyday items, hand-cast pewter pieces have been part of Norwegian homes for centuries.