Hávamál 139–140 — The Price of Wisdom | Matte Poster
Wisdom is not given freely, it must be earned through sacrifice.
In Hávamál 139 and 140, Odin recounts his ordeal upon the windy tree: nine nights hanging wounded and offered to himself, without food or drink. Looking downward, he takes up the runes before finally falling from the tree.
These verses capture one of the defining images associated with Odin — the relentless pursuit of knowledge and the price he is willing to pay to obtain it. Wisdom here is not passive learning. It is something sought through ordeal, sacrifice, and transformation.
This print depicts that moment upon the tree, when suffering gives way to discovery and Odin takes up the runes he sought.
Featuring Hávamál 139 and 140 from the Henry Adams Bellows translation.
PRODUCT DETAILS
• Available in 11 × 14 and 18 × 24 inches
• Museum-grade archival paper
• Giclée printing for bright, fade-resistant colors
• Matte finish to reduce glare and enhance detail
• Intended for indoor use
CARE
If the print gathers dust, gently wipe it with a clean, dry cloth.
Part of the Northfire Hearth Hávamál Collection.
Northfire Hearth — Built to Endure.
Museum grade paper
Museum grade paper is known to be archival, which means it can be stored for a long time without turning yellow
Giclée print
Bright and intense colors for your desired design that will not fade when exposed to sunlight regularly
Matte Finish
Full color decoration on one side with a light-absorbling matte finish
Country of origin
Blank product sourced from USA (Sensaria), United Kingdom (Prodigi), and Japan (Printify Choice)
Age restrictions
For adults
Other compliance information
Meets the small parts and magnetic flux index level requirements
If the print does gather any dust, you may wipe it off gently with a clean, dry cloth..
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