Bridal Crown
- Date ca. 1740
- Place of Origin Bergen, Hordaland, Norway
- Creator Unknown
This bridal crown has a three inch wide circle of cutout geometric and floral designs around the base. Above that are six cutout rondels, each capped with a finial and cross. Between the rondels are extensions with bird-like figures holding spoons. Teardrop shaped metal pieces, embossed or set with glass or enamel, hang from the side and top sections of the crown. In the back, embroidered silk ribbons hang from the bottom section.
Marks: NY
- Materials Silver with gold wash, glass, enamel
- Dimensions height: 6.5 inches; diameter: 6.5 inches
- Identifier / Source LC5632 - Gift of Martha Skaar, Ragnhild Skaar, and Gunvor Gooding, Luther College Collection