Norwegian Enamel exhibit opens at Vesterheim

Vesterheim's newest exhibition, "Scandinavian Modern Design: Norwegian Enamel," focuses on Norwegian enamel design and enamel production (technology, innovation, and business). "Artistic and technical innovations in enamel work were Norway's greatest, though least remembered, contributions to the Scandinavian Modern Design movement of the mid-twentieth century," said Vesterheim Chief Curator Laurann Gilbertson.

The exhibition features Grete Prytz Kittelsen, known as the "Queen of Scandinavian Design," through her work for the firms Tostrup and Cathrineholm. With good design, functional forms, inexpensive materials, and efficient manufacturing, especially through her partnership with Cathrineholm, she brought Norwegian enamel design into the forefront in both Scandinavia and the United States.

The exhibition will showcase enamel jewelry, cookware, and tableware from Vesterheim's collection and from individuals.