The Dala Horse - History, Tradition, Handicraft
small format 12,5 x 17,5 cm
48 pages
TEXT: ENGLISH
The history of the Dala Horse is a fascinating story about a simple piece of handicraft, carved by the fireside on dark winter evenings, that would become a symbol for Dalacarlia and for the whole of Sweden. This book seeks to provide an insight into the Dala Horse story and describe how this proud handicraft is still practised today.Swedish Icons' Vision: The simple, authentic stories we relate about Swedish icons help boost pride in our natural and cultural heritage and safeguard it for tomorrow's society.