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Learn about runes
From an accessible starter through to the complete experience, physical editions.
RUNES, SIGILS & BINDRUNES BOOK
£35.00 GBP
What's Inside Introductions to the 24 Elder Futhark runes Historical insight into Bindrunes, sigils and the Galdrastafir of Iceland Over 100 bindrune designs —...
View productELDER FUTHARK RUNES BOOK, CLOTH, AND CARDS
£90.00 GBP
A complete guide to the Elder Futhark runes featuring a 112-page hardbound book by Isar Oakmund and 24 illustrated rune cards by Galaxara -...
View productLOVE, LUST AND LOSS, A COLLECTION OF BINDRUNES BOOK
£35.00 GBP
LOVE, LUST AND LOSS: A COLLECTION OF BINDRUNES. This specialised self help book explores the Elder Futhark, delves into taboo subjects, and simplifies the...
View productTHE RUNES DUO BOOK BUNDLE
£70.00 GBP £60.00 GBP
Two books. One language of magic. This set includes both of the Oakmunds’ celebrated works on Nordic symbols and runic expression - Runes, Sigils...
View productLITTLE BOOK OF BINDRUNES
£12.00 GBP
A small book with deep roots. The Little Book of Bindrunes is a concise, accessible guide to the history and use of bindrunes, written...
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Learn about runes
From an accessible starter through to the complete experience, digital editions.
RUNES, SIGILS & BINDRUNES EBOOK
£28.00 GBP
THIS IS NOT A PHYSICAL PRODUCT. The digital guide to Nordic symbols. Runes, Sigils & Bindrunes by Isar Oakmund is now available as a...
View productLOVE, LUST & LOSS A COLLECTION OF BINDRUNES EBOOK
£28.00 GBP
THIS IS NOT A PHYSICAL PRODUCT. A digital collection of bindrunes for the heart. Love, Lust & Loss is now available as a digital...
View productTHE RUNES DUO EBOOK
£55.00 GBP £40.00 GBP
THIS IS NOT A PHYSICAL PRODUCT. Two books. One digital library of runes and magic. This eBook set includes both of the Oakmunds’ acclaimed...
View productTHE LITTLE BOOK OF BINDRUNES PDF
£8.00 GBP
THIS IS NOT A PHYSICAL PRODUCT. A SMALL BOOK WITH DEEP ROOTS. Written by Isar Oakmund, this compact PDF guide covers the history and...
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Ready-made rune designs
A physical reference for finding your design.
LITTLE BOOK OF BINDRUNES
£12.00 GBP
A small book with deep roots. The Little Book of Bindrunes is a concise, accessible guide to the history and use of bindrunes, written...
View productRUNES, SIGILS & BINDRUNES BOOK
£35.00 GBP
What's Inside Introductions to the 24 Elder Futhark runes Historical insight into Bindrunes, sigils and the Galdrastafir of Iceland Over 100 bindrune designs —...
View productLOVE, LUST AND LOSS, A COLLECTION OF BINDRUNES BOOK
£35.00 GBP
LOVE, LUST AND LOSS: A COLLECTION OF BINDRUNES. This specialised self help book explores the Elder Futhark, delves into taboo subjects, and simplifies the...
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Ready-made rune designs
Digital designs, ready to reference right away.
THE LITTLE BOOK OF BINDRUNES PDF
£8.00 GBP
THIS IS NOT A PHYSICAL PRODUCT. A SMALL BOOK WITH DEEP ROOTS. Written by Isar Oakmund, this compact PDF guide covers the history and...
View productRUNES OF STRIFE PDF
£8.00 GBP
THIS IS NOT A PHYSICAL PRODUCT. RUNES OF STRIFE. The Runes of Strife PDF is a collection of 50 original bindrunes, designed by Isar...
View productRUNES OF ADVENTURE PDF
£8.00 GBP
THIS IS NOT A PHYSICAL PRODUCT. The Runes of Adventure PDF is a collection of 50 original bindrune designs by Isar Oakmund and May...
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Find your artist
Worldwide directories of Nordic tattoo artists, in print.
THE NORDIC TATTOO VOL 1 BOOK
£22.50 GBP
HISTORY IN INK. Nordic Tattoo Volume 1 brings together the work of over 100 tattoo artists, illustrators, and craftsmen from around the world -...
View productTHE NORDIC TATTOO VOL.2 BOOK
£22.50 GBP
THE MARK OF HISTORY CONTINUES. Nordic Tattoo Volume 2 builds on the legacy of the first volume, featuring work from tattoo artists around the...
View productTHE NORDIC TATTOO VOL.3 BOOK
£22.50 GBP
THE THIRD CHAPTER IN A GROWING LEGACY. Nordic Tattoo Volume 3 brings together the work of more than 100 Viking and historical tattoo artists,...
View productTHE NORDIC TATTOO TRIO BOOK BUNDLE
£135.00 GBP £67.50 GBP
Delve into a captivating world of historical tattoo designs with "The Nordic Tattoo" Volumes 1, 2 & 3. Compiled meticulously by Peter Isar Oakmund...
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Find your artist
Worldwide directories of Nordic tattoo artists, digital editions.
THE NORDIC TATTOO, VOL. 1 EBOOK
£30.00 GBP
THIS IS NOT A PHYSICAL PRODUCT. History in ink - now digital. Nordic Tattoo Volume 1 is a digital collection of work from over...
View productTHE NORDIC TATTOO VOL.2 EBOOK
£30.00 GBP
THIS IS NOT A PHYSICAL PRODUCT. ANCIENT SYMBOLS, MODERN INK. Nordic Tattoo Volume 2 is now available as a digital edition, collecting work from...
View productTHE NORDIC TATTOO VOL.3 EBOOK
£30.00 GBP
THIS IS NOT A PHYSICAL PRODUCT. A DIGITAL COMPILATION OF HISTORICALLY INSPIRED ART. Nordic Tattoo Volume 3 is available as a digital edition, showcasing...
View productTHE NORDIC TATTOO TRIO EBOOK
£105.00 GBP £85.00 GBP
THIS IS NOT A PHYSICAL PRODUCT. Delve into a captivating world of historical tattoo designs with "The Nordic Tattoo" Volumes 1, 2 & 3....
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Find your design
Motif-organised flash and reference art, in print.
NORTHERN BLACK VIKING ART BOOK VOL.1 2ND EDITION BOOK
£35.00 GBP
An updated journey through Norse design. The 2nd Edition of Viking Art Volume 1 expands on the original with new annotations and detailed notes for...
View productNORTHERN BLACK VIKING ART BOOK VOL.2 2ND EDITION BOOK
£35.00 GBP
A RENEWED JOURNEY INTO NORSE ART. Viking Art Volume 2 – 2nd Edition continues the exploration of early Scandinavian design through the work of...
View productNORTHERN BLACK VIKING ART BOOK VOL.3 2ND EDITION BOOK
£35.00 GBP
THE FINAL CHAPTER OF THE VIKING ART SERIES - UPDATED. Viking Art Volume 3 returns in a fully updated 2nd Edition, now featuring detailed...
View productVIKING ART TRILOGY BOOK BUNDLE
£105.00 GBP £70.00 GBP
Unleash your inner artist with Peter Isar Oakmund's Viking Art Trilogy. Now includes 2nd editions of all books, with fully annotated designs. This extraordinary...
View productTHE VIKING ART TOME BOOK
£120.00 GBP
The Viking Art Tome is the most comprehensive work Isar Oakmund has produced. 300 pages, hardcover, built for the person who wants to understand...
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Find your design
Motif-organised flash and reference art, digital editions.
NORTHERN BLACK VIKING ART VOL.1 2ND EDITION EBOOK
£20.00 GBP
THIS IS NOT A PHYSICAL PRODUCT. Viking art, reimagined - now digital. The 2nd Edition of Viking Art Volume 1 is now available as a...
View productNORTHERN BLACK VIKING ART VOL.2 2ND EDITION EBOOK
£20.00 GBP
THIS IS NOT A PHYSICAL PRODUCT. A DEEPER DESCENT INTO NORSE ARTISTRY - NOW DIGITAL. Viking Art Volume 2 - 2nd Edition is available...
View productNORTHERN BLACK VIKING ART VOL.3 2ND EDITION EBOOK
£20.00 GBP
THIS IS NOT A PHYSICAL PRODUCT. THE FINAL VOLUME - NOW DIGITAL. Viking Art Volume 3 – 2nd Edition is available as a digital...
View productVIKING ART TRILOGY 2ND EDITIONS EBOOK
£60.00 GBP £40.00 GBP
THIS IS NOT A PHYSICAL PRODUCT. Unleash your inner artist with Peter Isar Oakmund's Viking Art Trilogy. - DIGITAL VERSION. UPDATED VERSIONS!For our 2nd...
View productTHE VIKING ART TOME EBOOK
£60.00 GBP
THIS IS NOT A PHYSICAL PRODUCT. The Viking Art Tome is the most comprehensive work Isar Oakmund has produced, and it is now available...
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LONG GODMASKS PDF
£5.00 GBP
THIS IS NOT A PHYSICAL PRODUCT. Learn about Long Godmasks with Northern Black's exclusive PDF. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Viking history...
View productRAVENS PDF
£7.00 GBP
THIS IS NOT A PHYSICAL PRODUCT. Elevate your appreciation for Nordic mythology with Northern Black's exclusive "Ravens" PDF. This digital collection showcases 28 captivating...
View productWYRMS & DRAGONS PDF
£7.00 GBP
THIS IS NOT A PHYSICAL PRODUCT. Embark on an epic journey into the realm of the mythical with Northern Black's "Wyrms and Dragons" PDF. ...
View productNORDIC WOLVES PDF
£7.00 GBP
THIS IS NOT A PHYSICAL PRODUCT. Dive into the fascinating world of the wolf, a revered and feared creature in Viking and ancient cultures,...
View productNORTHERN BLACK FLASH COLLECTION PDF
£20.00 GBP
THIS IS NOT A PHYSICAL PRODUCT. Delve into the world of Nordic creativity with Northern Black's Flash Collection PDF. This user-friendly collection features 44...
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Decorated skulls
Real animal skulls and bones, individually decorated with bindrunes.
SKULL COLLECTION - LUST
£80.00 GBP
Desire made manifest. The Skull of Lust is a handcrafted sculpture by Isar Oakmund, created in his iconic Norse-inspired style for Northern black. Engraved bindrunes...
View productSKULL COLLECTION - LOSS
£80.00 GBP
Grief made form. The Skull of Loss is a hand-sculpted artwork by Isar Oakmund, created in his distinct Norse-inspired style for Northern black. Each piece...
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Mugs
For your morning coffee, Norse-style.
THE DWARVEN KING, VIKING MUG (BLACK)
£20.00 GBP
A BOLD STATEMENT WITH EVERY SIP. The Dwarven King Mug, illustrated by Isar Oakmund, features an intricate Mammen-style godmask rendered in bold shapes and tightly...
View productTHE TROLL KING, VIKING MUG (RED)
£20.00 GBP
A BOLD STATEMENT WITH EVERY SIP. The Troll King Mug, designed by Isar Oakmund, features an elaborate Mammen-style godmask wrapped in heavy curves and knotwork....
View productF*CK OFF MUG (GREEN)
£20.00 GBP
A bold statement with every sip. The Fuck Off Mug features a bold knotwork design by Isar Oakmund, wrapping the phrase FUCK OFF across a...
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LEGENDARY LOOT
At Northern Black, we bring the spirit of the old Norse into the modern age, blending ancient traditions with contemporary design. Explore Norse mythology and artistry through our meticulously crafted books, and embrace the ancient heritage of Northern Europe with our Viking-inspired apparel — authentic designs steeped in meaning. Study the runes and ancient symbols that have guided warriors and mystics alike for over a thousand years, and infuse your home with the timeless aesthetics of the North.
Each item in our collection is a connection to the past, reimagined for today.
BOOKS - INK, ART, AND THE STORIES THEY TELL
GIFTS FOR THE LEGENDS IN YOUR LIFE
Looking for a gift for someone who loves Norse or Viking-age history? Give them something with real meaning and crafted by real people. Whether they’re into Viking-inspired ink, ancient runes, or artwork forged from the old ways, we’ve got something for every modern-day shield-bearer.
Not sure what they’d like? Let them choose their own path with a Northern Black Gift Card.
COMMUNITY CREATIONS: INSPIRED BY NORTHERN BLACK ART BOOKS
A thousand years ago, warriors and mystics of the European continent marked their skin with symbols of power and protection. Today, the tradition continues.
Our customers don’t just buy; they live the culture. See their tattoos, artwork, and creations inspired by Northern Black’s designs.
RINGERIKE WYRM CREATED BY @OSCARORCELLET USING THE VIKING ART TOME
STUNNING BINDRUNE TATTOO FROM @SEEBROOK715 FROM RUNES, SIGILS AND BINDRUNES
SUPER COOL ENGRAVED PINT GLASS FROM @SAVI_GANESH44 MADE WITH A DESIGN FROM THE VIKING ART TOME
When I first started drawing Nordic art I was a little directionless and pretty confused when it came to all the different art styles. Isars books on Nordic art really showed me the way and helped me develop the style I’m known for tattooing today.
Skal! The Viking Art Tome is epic! A fantastic guide containing historical style and background information for anyone interested in exploring Nordic themed art applied to craft - tattooing or otherwise. Thank you for making it!
Isar's books have always been a great source of inspiration for my work, from the very beginning until today. I can highly recommend "The Viking Art Tome" and also “Runes, Sigils & Bindrunes”. I really like the way he describes these topics and I can identify with them very well.
THE LORE RUNS DEEP
RUNES FOR PROTECTION: WHICH SYMBOLS TO USE AND WHY.
RUNES, SIGILS & BINDRUNES: A BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO NORSE SYMBOLS & MAGIC
