Folk Figures: A Survey of Norwegian and Norwegian-American Artifacts

This is a virtual exhibit of objects ranging from the 17th century through the 1930s that depicts animals, humans, birds, fish or supernatural figures. These figures provide unique insight into the social, religious, cultural and political influences and folk beliefs conveyed through the objects.

Web Site URL: digital.library.wisc.edu/1711.dl/Arts.FolkFigures

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