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Swedish Dala Horses 6 Cm Round Badge
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Swedish Dala Horses 6 Cm Round Badge
Since Viking Times, the horse has been considered a holy animal. In many cultures throughout history, wooden horses have been carved as children's toys. In central Sweden, wood scraps from the local furniture-making trade, paint-pigment from nearby copper mines, and long winter evenings bred the development of the Dala Horse. Traditions vary in giving credit to woodsmen and to soldiers for originating the craft. Dala Horses from the Nusnäs-Mora area first appeared with their familiar bright decoration in the 1800's when the kurbit, or flower patterned saddle, was regularly added to them. This design comes from the Biblical story in which Jonah sat outside the city of Ninevah and the Lord caused a Kurbit, or gourd vine, to grow up beside him to protect him from the desert sun. The Dala Horse gained international popularity when it was chosen by the National Crafts Union for part of the Swedish display at the Paris Exposition in the mid-19th century. Skills for creating the Dala Horse have been passed from generation to generation and today it is one of the few living folk traditions of Sweden. Men of the village carve the horses at home, bringing them back to the main workshop to be painted by skilled artists there. Most Nusnäs-Mora Dala Horses are the traditional reddish colour, but the same workshops also produce blue, black and natural horses. Other towns in the region are known for different colours and styles of horses. (multiple products selected)
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By P.15 March 2022 • Verified Purchase
Round Badge, Standard, 5.7 cm (2.25")
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Really great template to create the badge - easy to use, clear and plenty of options. I chose to add my own artwork, and this was pretty easy to do and make adjustments, too. Good value I think too. Especially if ordering a large number. I initially have had one made, to see the quality of the product and speed of service. I will soon be ordering over 100, as the quality was excellent - colours, sharpness, positioning of artwork - all spot-on. And my order arrived pretty quickly as well! I initially had one badge made, to see the quality of the product and speed of service. I will soon be ordering over 100, as the quality was excellent - colours, sharpness, positioning of artwork - all spot-on.
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By JoJo L.19 October 2019 • Verified Purchase
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I wanted a new badge for my collection and what better than this cute kitty! I’m a huge animal lover and especially cats so I couldn’t say no! Brilliant colour and clarity
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By S.19 August 2023 • Verified Purchase
Round Badge, Standard, 5.7 cm (2.25")
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Really nice quality badge. It’s great to wear in public so I don’t need to explain my tics. The badge is a great size and made very well. The pin works well. Nice printing and clear to read.
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Product ID: 145367166402982747
Created on 30/01/2011, 11:58
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