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| Norwegian Art
Taking the art form called Rosemaling (Rose painting), this decorative flower painting developed in rural areas of Norway
during the 1700s. Then as now the hand-painted flowers, scrolls and line work were used to embellish home furnishings
and accessories. Rosemaling went out of style in about 1860-1870 but experienced its revival in America in the 20th
century when Norwegian-Americans gave attention to the painted trunks and other objects brought to American by their
ancestors. Per Lynse was trained in Norway and is credited with the revival of Rosemaling in the United States. Today,
Rosemaling is a revered art in both Norway and America.
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