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L.77.5cm Largest Norwegian Rosemaling Ale Bowl / Kjenge, Hand-painted Folk Art
$20,000
£15,099.35
€17,321.97
CA$27,918.93
A$30,401.06
CHF 16,083.77
MX$366,625.23
NOK 204,640.56
SEK 187,084.52
DKK 129,367.62
About the Item
**A Monumental
Poetic Norwegian Rosemaling Ale Bowl (Kjenge)** - Maybe the largest rosemaling kjenge in Norway.
Presenting an exceptional and likely record-scale example of Norwegian folk art, this hand-carved and professionally painted ale bowl (*Kjenge*) dates to the second half of the 20th century. With a total length of 77.5 cm—nearly double the size of a standard example—it stands as a magnificent contemporary tribute to the historic Scandinavian forms and techniques of the 18th and 19th centuries.
Expertly crafted from solid wood, likely pine or birch, the bowl's classic silhouette serves as a canvas for masterful *rosemaling* decoration. Executed in a classic palette of farmhouse red and deep blue, the surface blooms with intricate, swirling floral motifs. The artist's confident brushwork and deep understanding of this traditional style are evident in every dynamic scroll and vibrant accent.
The bowl's most commanding sculptural feature is its elegantly carved double-horse handle—a celebrated historic element in Norwegian ale bowls symbolizing strength, companionship, and hospitality. The interior continues the artistic narrative, richly adorned with *rosemaling* and inscribed with a charming, poetic Norwegian verse:
*"Det drakk en mann av meg i natt, han glemte stokk og hatt. Nå ligger han på benken. Jeg står alene her igjen."*
*(Translation: "Last night a man drank from me, Left his cane and hat behind. Now he lies upon the bench. And I stand here alone again.")*
This *Kjenge* is in superb original condition, exhibiting only the most minor and respectful traces of age, consistent with careful preservation. It remains structurally sound and vibrantly colored. A rare and poetic centerpiece, it is ready to serve as a striking conversation piece and a standalone work of sculptural art, embodying the soul of Norwegian heritage.
**Dimensions:**
Length: 77.5 cm (30.5 in)
Width: 43 cm (16.9 in)
Height: 46.5 cm (18.3 in)
- Dimensions:Height: 18.31 in (46.5 cm)Width: 30.52 in (77.5 cm)Depth: 16.93 in (43 cm)
- Style:Folk Art (Of the Period)
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- Place of Origin:
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- Date of Manufacture:1900s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Skien, NO
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU10177248114502
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