Viking historical shield Low-poly 3D model

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Hello there, I've got a Viking historical round shield for you to see! This authentic round shield boasts a steel boss, bolted steel rim, leather grip, and sturdy arm strap. In days of yore, Viking warriors relied on massive, round, wooden shields grasped in the center from behind an iron plate. Shields stand as one instance where literary sources clash with archaeological findings over how Viking arms were crafted. Norwegian law codes like the Gulaþing and Frostaþing outline shield construction: wood encased by three iron bands, with a handle attached to the rear via iron nails. Later revisions state that shields should be constructed from dual layers of boards (tvibyrðr) painted red and white on the front side. You can see a few Viking age shields have made it through time, such as those found in the Gokstad ship, dating back to the 10th century. The vessel boasted an impressive 32 shields, with some intact examples still available. These early shields were crafted from single planks fastened together without iron bands and displayed black and yellow hues. Most Viking shields measure between 80-90cm (32-36 inches) in diameter. A few outliers, such as those on the Gokstad ship, reached 94cm (37in). By contrast, a smaller shield may be about 70cm (28in) across. When crafting a personal shield, a warrior typically tailored it to his own stature and combat style. For protection, a shield should provide adequate coverage but not exceed what's needed; a shield too small offers openings for attacks while one that's overly large slows responses and wears the fighter out unnecessarily. All known shields were crafted from solid planks, though ancient poems like Waltharius and Gulaþing laws hint at laminated wood being used. Alas, no evidence supports this method during Viking era Norse lands. Current examples are built using spruce, fir, or pine trees, yet some texts suggest the use of linden wood (Tilia) - also known as basswood in North America - which might seem odd given the difference between sources. A closer look at wood choices does show that shields are indeed often crafted with lightweight linden, a choice based on several advantageous traits over other species. This includes its resilience to impacts without splitting like fir or pine can. Our 4k-resolution texture map features realistic colors, ready for any gaming setup. You can scale up textures within the engine and customize according to your liking! Lastly, we offer individualized UV-mapping of all textures - perfect for your creative needs.