Norwegian nature, folklore and mythology have always inspired Norwegian
artists to make pictures and sculptures that are so specifically
Norwegian that nobody can doubt their origins. The wood carver Henning
Engelson (born in 1918) started his career in 1947 in a small workshop
at Toten, Norway. Ever since the beginning his idea has been to create
a world of figures that radiate joy and humanity and inspire us to go up
above the ordinary. Each of his figures has its own character and
expresses parts of Norwegian soul and spirit. Henning carvings are very
collectible with all Scandinavian collectors. Since Minnesota is in the
heart of Scandinavia, we have access to all of these wonderful hand
carved pieces.
HENNING CARVING: TOR
Tor was next to Odin in rank. He protected people against natural
forces. Tor rode in a wagon drawn by two buck goats, causing thunder as
he crossed the sky. Tor had a hammer called Mjolner. This hammer
always hit the target which caused lightening and thunder and returned
automatically.
HENNING CARVING: MILK MAID
Milking was done in this fashion in Norway. The Milkmaid Milking Doe
carving has
changed since the original carving. Presently the milkmaid is a young
girl.
HENNING CARVED BUCK
A wonderful addition to your collection.
HENNING CARVED DOE
The perfect complement to the Buck carving at left.
PORCELAIN PLATE
FROM NORWAY 8" plate with Nisse and goat.
Attractive Norwegian gift box.
PAPERBOARD PLACEMAT
11" x 17" - Santas pulling gingerbread goat. Artist Jenny
Nystrom, Swedish.
SWEDISH NAPKINS
Package of 20 imported Swedish napkins (serviettes). Very bright and
colorful. Measure 12" x 12"
NORWEGIAN
TABLECLOTH
Cotton 31" square lined tablecloth from Bergen, Norway. Green
border with coral center. Goat is a white Norwegian goat with a boy
holding rooster.
NORWEGIAN BOY
AND GOAT
Little boy being butted by his Saanen goat.
Measures 3" x 3"
PEWTER JULBOCK
Swedish piece can be either ornament or pendant.
THE ART OF SUZANNE TOFTEY
Being of Norwegian descent, Suzanne Toftey became very interested in Norwegian
culture and especially the art of rosemaling. She has studied with many Norwegian and American
rosemalers. An award winning painter, Suzanne is best known for her Norwegian scenes,
blending them with rosemaling. Her work has been on exhibition in the United
States and in Norway, and many of her commissioned works are in homes throughout
the country. Suzanne has
her studio in a Norwegian style home on an island on Lake Mille Lacs, in central
Minnesota. Our mugs, tiles, and stationery feature three of Suzanne's theme
stories -
click on each to learn more: GJETOST BOY, KARI'S CHALLENGE, and
KIRSTEN'S TENDER CARE. Through these stories she
hopes to keep the old traditions of Norway alive for future
generations.
SUZANNE TOFTEY DESIGNS ON
8" TILES:
TOFTEY MOUNTAIN
KIDS PLATE 8" Gold-rimmed plate featuring "Mountain Kids" by Suzanne Toftey. Cousins Siri and Solveig play together at the saeter in the mountains of Norway.
SUZANNE TOFTEY DESIGNS ON
4" TILE COASTERS
Can be used as coasters or hung on the wall. Please select design (shown
is Kirsten's Tender Care).
COASTERS
Suzanne Toftey designs on set of 4 corked backed coasters. Measure 4". So beautiful they could be drilled and used for ornaments or wall hangings.
SUZANNE TOFTEY DESIGNS ON 11 oz.
MUGS:
SUZANNE TOFTEY DESIGNS: MATTED
PICTURES
10" matted pictures on foam backing, ready for framing. Imported
from Norway. Story on back of picture.
ADDRESS BOOK
This glorious book has many pictures of Suzanne Toftey's work. Several of
her goat pictures. Images are very Nordic. Book measures 5" x 7"
with 53 pages for addresses, monthly pages for "Days to Remember," holiday card list,
13 pages and notes 15 pages.
SUZANNE TOFTEY NOTE
CARDS
Blank with 4 cards of Kari's Challenge and 4 cards of Kristen's
Tender Care. All in color. Gift boxed. 5" x 7"
SUZANNE TOFTEY GIFT
ENCLOSURE CARDS
Package of eight 2-1/2" x 3-1/4" cards, 4 cards of Kari's Challenge and 4 cards of
Kirsten's
Tender Care, with envelopes.
MAGNETIC
NOTEPADS
Designs by Suzanne Toftey. Each pad is 3" x 9" and
holds 50 sheets of lined paper. A powerful magnet holds it
firmly on refrigerator door.
GIFT
WRAP WITH ENCLOSURE CARD
Purchasing a gift? Let us wrap it for you in the theme of your
choice.
