This beautiful carving set was made in Norway of gleaming pewter and stainless steel. Its design represents the stories of four legendary Viking kings who ruled Norway 1,000 years ago. Many legends have grown around the Vikings of Scandinavia. Renowned for their extraordinary seamanship and fierce fighting, they also had a great fondness for the arts. This set represents four kings from Norway's history: King Harald Harfagre, the first king of Norway; King Hakon, the Good; King Olav Tryvfason, renowned for his strength; and King Olav Haraldson, the Saint. This pewter should be hand-washed, as many detergents can dull the natural patina.