Describes the many aspects of handicrafts in Sweden and shows how these have strong roots in the traditions of the ocuntry. Amongst the handicrafts shown are: upholstery making, carpet making, lace making, weaving, basket making, knitting, iron work, and pottery. Describes the techniques used in these crafts and shows numerous examples of the quality of the work produced.
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
321383
Language
English
Subject categories
Agriculture, Business, Commerce & Industry → Workmanship
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Sweden - Social life and customs
Crafts & Visual Arts → Arts and crafts movement
Crafts & Visual Arts → Handicraft
Crafts & Visual Arts → Workmanship
Documentary → Documentary films - Sweden
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)