Sylvsmidja is the leading manufacturer of silver jewelry in Norway. For more than 80 years Sylvsmidja has perfected their work to honor Norwegian Culture and heritage with products with origin from the 700s to beautiful contemporary jewelry with inspiration from the Nordic nature. Sylvsmidja is Norway’s largest producer of Bunad Silver. The work is rooted in long traditions of high-quality craftsmanship in addition to broad knowledge of the history and traditions necessary. The skilled craftsmen have for nearly a century perfected the production of authentic bunad silver for all regions of Norway that will last for generations.

The Norwegian national costume is called Bunad - a sign of identity and a profound statement of tradition. Each piece of fabric has a history, a meaning, and a group of people that it represents. Each piece of jewelry, or Bunad Silver, from the brooches to the silver clasps on the vests, has just as much meaning and care put into it.

In the exhibit, you’ll learn more about the history of Sylvsmidja. The exhibit will highlight a range of traditional Bunad Silver styles that correspond with the various regional folk costumes in Norway. It will include the well-known Sølje, and other the pieces of Bunad Silver with filigree and dangling silver spoons.
See the virtual tour here: https://app.lapentor.com/sphere/sylvsmidja-honoring-craftsmanship-in-silver