February 2011, Issue 13
Dollhouse Tourism, Norway
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Once they ranged farther away from the influence of the painters' guilds, these artists tried new ideas and motifs. Rosemaling became widespread as amateur artists in rural areas often imitated this folk art. Soon, strong regional styles developed and today the three main styles are Telemark, Hallingdal and Rogaland, named after the regions in which each originated.
Dating further back from the year 800 AD to 1000 AD, the Vikings were excellent silversmiths and created beautiful filigree jewelry. Influences from the Vikings can been seen in the traditional costumes called bunad that are used at festive occasions such as at baptisms, weddings and the National Day, May 17. On these bunads you will also sometimes see hardangersøm and some inspiration from Rosemaling in the form of stichery.
Authentic Viking jewelry.
Miniatures In the past toys and miniatures were a luxury that few had the possibility to own. The upper class often had dollhouses made in grand scale filled with furniture that was either bought on travels abroad
Custom Dolls, Houses & Miniatures / CDHM