Lugh Celtic God of Sun and Thunderstorms

Cold Cast Bronze

8.5"L x 4.375"W x 9"H

Lugh (Lug) was the sun god and a fierce warrior in the Celtic legends. He is a prominent member of the Tuatha De Danann; he is known as the god of thunderstorms and wields an unstoppable spear, a sling-stone, and fights aside withi his legendary greyhound Failinis. Lugh is also the father of the legendary Celtic hero Cu Chulainn. Often described as an elite warrior with a youthful look, fair, tall, and skilled in many disciplines, including craftsmanship, arts, law, and kingship. He is said to have invented a Gaelic version of chess, horse racing, and ball games. He as been equated with the Roman god Mercury.