Name/Title
Bridal CrownEntry/Object ID
1999.21.1.ADescription
Small Swedish bridal crown made of straw. It is composed of woven designs in each of its five peaks. Undated.Context
Traditionally, a crown would be worn by a Swedish bride during her wedding ceremony as a reminder of her status as royalty on her wedding day. The tradition goes back to the Middle Ages with its roots in Catholic customs. A bride wearing the crown did so in the image of the Virgin Mary, and the crown itself became an image of virginity. Brides wearing the crowns were expected to be virgins on their wedding day. Beautiful and ornate bridal crowns were often available on loan from the local parish, but women would also make them themselves using straw, fabric or other materials. There are many legends and traditions surrounding the Swedish bridal crown or "Brudkrona."Acquisition
Accession
1999.21Source or Donor
Thomasson, HilleviAcquisition Method
GiftCredit Line
Gift of Hillevi ThomassonMade/Created
Time Period
20th CenturyPlace
Country
SwedenRegion
Northern EuropeContinent
EuropeLexicon
LOC Thesaurus for Graphic Materials
Wedding costume, WeddingsSearch Terms
Straw workDimensions
Height
3-1/8 inDiameter
3-1/4 inReproductions
Notes
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