Mid-Century Swedish Falujungfrun Doll from Praktisk Konst, 1985

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The Falujungfrun (the "Maiden of Falu") is a traditional, hand-painted wooden doll originating from the Dalarna province in Sweden.
The … Read more The Falujungfrun (the "Maiden of Falu") is a traditional, hand-painted wooden doll originating from the Dalarna province in Sweden.
The Dalarnas Museum collaborates with local artisans to release a certified, numbered annual edition of the doll.

Height (with feather): 38 cm

While the iconic Dala horse is the most famous folk art from this region, the Falujungfrun is a highly prized regional equivalent. It captures the historic mining culture of the UNESCO World Heritage city of Falun

In older Swedish folklore, the doll served as a "leksak" (toy) for children and a "friargåva" (suitor's gift) given by young men to women they were courting. This piece has an attribution mark,
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