Description
Add a touch of Scandinavian heritage to your collection or home decor with this charming pair of vintage Norwegian Folk dolls. Dressed in traditional Bunad attire, these mid-20th-century souvenir figures capture the essence of classic Nordic style with detailed felt and fabric clothing. Perfect as a matched set for display, these 9-inch dolls make delightful gift ideas for collectors, folk art enthusiasts, or anyone seeking authentic ethnic decor with nostalgic charm.
Sold as a lot of two (Boy and Girl), these dolls feature hard plastic faces with painted details and ball-jointed bodies that allow you to pose them on shelves or in dioramas. The boy wears a red jacket with green vest and knickerbockers, while the girl showcases a black bodice with gold accents over a white skirt. Both are in good vintage condition; clothing is intact with no major rips, stains, or missing buttons, though you may notice signs of age appropriate to their estimated 1950s era. No maker marks are visible on the faces.
Whether you’re building a Norwegian display, restoring vintage decor, or looking for unique cultural art pieces, this matched pair offers authenticity and character at an accessible price point. The combination of traditional costume detail and hard plastic faces makes these dolls distinct from later vinyl varieties, appealing to mid-century modern and Scandinavian style collectors alike.
FEATURES:
• Vintage Norwegian Folk Dolls in Traditional Bunad Attire
• Matched Pair Set: Boy and Girl Figures
• Estimated Era: Mid-Century (1950s–Early 1960s)
• Materials: Painted Hard Plastic Faces, Felt/Fabric Clothing, Rooted Fiber Hair, Ball-Jointed Bodies
• Condition: Good Vintage; Clothing intact, faces clean, hair holds shape (girl’s braids slightly frayed at ends)
• Approximate Height: 9 inches each
• Colors: Red, Green, Black, White, Gold Accents
• Style: Scandinavian Folk Art / Ethnic Souvenir Dolls
• Marks: No visible manufacturer marks; bottoms of feet unmarked in photos
• Care: Dust with soft dry cloth; avoid prolonged direct sunlight to preserve fabric colors
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