Description
These decorative ceramic wall pieces showcase fishing scenes, created in the 1960s by the renowned Norwegian brand AWF Arnold Wiggs Fabrikker. With a striking black background and a contrasting white border, the pieces are beautifully glazed, featuring intricate designs that capture the essence of coastal life. Each plaque is outfitted with hooks on the back for easy wall display, ensuring they can be a prominent feature in any room. Arnold Wiggs Fabrikker, or AWF, was known for producing high-quality ceramics featuring traditional Norwegian themes.
The brand excelled in combining functional design with decorative artistry, making their pieces highly collectible. Bodø, located in northern Norway, is celebrated for its breathtaking landscapes and rich fishing heritage, a theme clearly reflected in these ceramic decorations. As a city, Bodø serves as a gateway to some of Norway’s most stunning natural scenery, including the Lofoten Islands and Saltstraumen, the world’s strongest tidal current. These influences are vividly captured in AWF’s pieces, echoing the region’s cultural and natural legacy.
Approx. overall 19¾” high x 5½” x 0¾”
Approx. overall 50cm high x 14cm x 2cm
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