Øst-Telemark bunad figurine

The “ Sash Skirt” came into use in 1850, and is from the Telemark area. As late as the 1950s older women still used the beltestakk for formal occasions. It got the name from the wide belt or sash that is used around the waistline. The skirt varies quite a bit in the embroidery and the color of the hem come in various colors. The jacket has a stiffened edge or skjæl in the back that is special to this particular bunad. The blouse has embroidery on the collar and the front. Sometimes the cuffs can also be embroidered. There are many preserved antique aprons that can be used as variations for this bunad.

New Norwegian Bunad Figurine from Trondelag region available at Lena & Ole’s Gifts in Woodville, WI

                         

A new Norwegian Bunad figurines is now available, along with 15 other bunad figurines.  These beautiful dolls are exact replicas of the authentic bunads worn historically by women from the Trondelag region and is represented by the figure shown.  They are available for $22.95 plus shipping from Lena and Ole's Gifts in Woodville, Wisconsin.  Just call 715-698-4111 to order or to get more information.

Gudbrandsdal bunad figurine

The Gudbrandsdal bunad was designed in 1923 by a team of a painter, his seamstress wife, and Hulda Garborg, who was, apart from being married to the famous author, Arne Garborg, a pioneer in rekindling the use of bunads and traditional culture. The Gudbrandsdal bunad is today made of blue or black material, but the deign was based upon a blue-green skirt with a polychrome flower motif. The original design is on display at the Norsk Folkemuseum. The apron is either in silk or wool with floral embroidery. The bunad can be worn with or without the apron. The silk apron is black, while the woolen apron is the same color as the skirt. The original bunads always had silk aprons, but this material became harder to obtain during and after World War II, which led to the use of woolen fabric as well. The Gudbrandsdal bunad is worn with two silver brooches and button cufflinks for the blouse.

This is one of a collection of many bunad figurines available for $22.95 plus shipping at Lena and Ole's Gifts in Woodville, Wisconsin. 

Norwegian Bunad Collection

The Norwegian Bunad Collection is made of authentically replicated regional costumes. Each figurine is sculptured by a master craftsman, cast in the finest materials and hand painted to preserve the smallest details. The Collection has been assembled in collaboration with, and recommended by, the Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (Norsk Folkemuseum) Oslo, and the Folk & National Costume Council (Bunad og Folkedraktråder), Fagernes. Each freestanding figurine is approximately 7 inches tall. A number of the bunads are included in my log (see Bunad category).   In addition to those pictured, we have Fana (male and female), Rogaland (male and Female) Valdres, Vestfold, and Voss.  Each of the figures are 7 inches tall and are $22.95 plus shipping. Call 715-698-4111 at Lena and Ole's Gifts to order.

Vest-Agder bunad figurine

This bunad was designed in the first part of the 20th Century. It was copied after an antique costume from the period between 1830 and 1870. There was a lot of old costumes and jewelry still in existence in this region, so the bunad committee had a great deal of information to design this costume. This 7 inch figure is available at Lena and Ole's Gifts or on-line for $22.95 plus shipping. Check out the bunad category for more choices.

The bunad from Setesdal

The bunad from Setesdal has one of the longest traditions, being one of the oldest folk costumes in the country. The skirt has had the same design since the last part of the 17th Century, and maybe even longer. The women wore a frieze skirt with a leather belt for daily use. For church or festive occasions they would wear a black skirt over this white one. Brides would wear several skirts. The costume used today is the style used for church. This bunad has two skirts, a white skirt under and a black over skirt. Note the “fat” calves this woman has. The story goes that the men were always looking for strong and healthy women to marry, so the young girls would stuff extra socks in their stockings to appear to be of hefty stock.

Ovre-Hallingdal bunad figurine

The woman’s Hallingdal bunad has been in traditional use up until today in Ål in Øvre (upper) Hallingdal, even though the design has changed through the times. There used to be one used for church and another for festive occasions. Married and unmarried women wore different kinds of hats. A married woman would wear a hat such as this figure has, while young girls would wear a headscarf.

The Hardanger bunad is the most famous of all the Norwegian folk costumes

The Hardanger bunad is the most famous of all the Norwegian folk costumes. In the romantic era of the last part of the 19th century, it became the national costume, and it was copied all over the country, although usually simplified. The Hardanger bunad has never been out of use. Even the local districts had their local design specific to them. There is also a difference of a married woman and a young girls bunad. The woman wear a headdress and a silver belt, and they look more dressed up than the young girls. The Hardanger women also traditionally had a winter bunad. is the most famous of all the Norwegian folk costumes. In the romantic era of the last part of the 19th century, it became the national costume, and it was copied all over the country, although usually simplified. The Hardanger bunad has never been out of use. Even the local districts had their local design specific to them. There is also a difference of a married woman and a young girls bunad. The woman wear a headdress and a silver belt, and they look more dressed up than the young girls. The Hardanger women also traditionally had a winter bunad.