""It was the most prestigious seat in the hall, and not just anyone could sit there," explained Ellen Grav, who coordinates public outreach work on archaeology at the museum."
""The farm is the cornerstone of Viking society as a whole," Grav noted."
"Recent archaeological work in Central Norway has reshaped understanding of how Viking communities functioned. Large farming estates played a key role in generating wealth, producing surplus goods that could be traded across long distances."
"Excavations have revealed traces of these settlements through postholes, cultivation layers, and remains of brewing activities."
A reconstruction of a Viking Age high seat has been unveiled in Trondheim, showcasing the power dynamics of early medieval Norway. Crafted by Kai Johansen, this chair is the first of its kind in Central Norway since the Viking Age. High seats were reserved for elite figures, symbolizing their status within Viking society. The exhibition emphasizes the importance of farming over seafaring, highlighting how large estates generated wealth and supported expeditions. Archaeological findings have uncovered evidence of these settlements, indicating their role in trade and social structure.
Read at Medievalists.net
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