Tomte - Tonttu Ukko - Snorre

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Tonttu Ukko is a mythical creature of Scandinavian folklore. Also known as Tomte or Nisse were believed to take care of a farmer's home and children and protect them from misfortune, in particular at night, when the housefolk were asleep. The Finnish name tonttu-ukko "house lot man" or tomte-bonde "farmer".

Snorre is an old Norse name and means to turn oneself quickly .. perhaps this means that Snorre can appear and disappear - so maybe this explains why when you come back home, he is somewhere else from where you left him. Tomte are quite shy but like to help the family they protect and bring wealth to them.

The tonttu ukko in ancient times was believed to be the 'soul' of the first person who inhabited a farm.

The tonttu ukko are about 18 cms high and with their beards spread out about the same wide. These beautiful tonttu ukko with their frothy wool beards are handmade in Sweden.

Size:   About 18 cms high plus beard
Type:  Small Scandinavian mythical creatures
Care:   Feed them porridge at Christmas

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