Norwegian hand-carved wooden Troll King figurine

Purchased in Norway by the current owner 1970-71.

approximately 6" tall

eBay item number: 2117859744. Listed June 30

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Troll: Definition: A supernatural creature of Scandinavian folklore, variously portrayed as a friendly or mischievous dwarf or as a giant, that lives in caves, in the hills, or under bridges. Etymology: Old Norse.