Trolls Collection (#2)

Asmund and the Princess riding Home. Artist: Munthe, Gerhard (1849-1929)
Asmund and the Princess riding Home. Found in the collection of National Museum of Art, Oslo

The second Hall. Artist: Munthe, Gerhard (1849-1929)
The second Hall. Found in the collection of National Museum of Art, Oslo

The fifth Hall. Artist: Munthe, Gerhard (1849-1929)
The fifth Hall. Found in the collection of National Museum of Art, Oslo

The Giants Lair. Artist: Munthe, Gerhard (1849-1929)
The Giants Lair. Found in the collection of National Museum of Art, Oslo

Little Kjersti and Elvenking. Artist: Werenskiold, Erik Theodor (1855-1938)
Little Kjersti and Elvenking. Found in the collection of Fridtjof Nansen Institutt, Polhogd

The Princess and the Trolls. Artist: Bauer, John (1882-1918)
The Princess and the Trolls. Found in the collection of Nationalmuseum Stockholm

Heimdall returns the Brisingamen to Freya, 1846. Artist: Blommer, Nils Jakob (1816-1853)
Heimdall returns the Brisingamen to Freya, 1846. Found in the collection of the Malmo Konstmuseum

The Princess picking Lice from the Troll. Artist: Kittelsen, Theodor (1857-1914)
The Princess picking Lice from the Troll. Found in the collection of National Museum of Art, Oslo

The Ash Lad and the Troll. Artist: Kittelsen, Theodor (1857-1914)
The Ash Lad and the Troll. Found in the collection of National Museum of Art, Oslo

John Bauer Princess Trolls Troll painting 1913
John Bauer, The Princess and the Trolls, Princess and Troll, painting, 1913, Watercolor on paper, Height, 25 cm (9.8 inches), Width, Signed, JOHN BAUER, 1913th

Folklore / Trolls
Askeladen fools the stupid troll

Norway - Torghatten
Torghatten (Trolls Hat) is a hill in Norway renowned for its distinctive hole piercing straight through the hillside (not a printing error!)

Silverwhite and a sea troll
Silverwhite confronts a sea troll. Date: 1895

Trolls, Bergen, Hordaland, Norway, Scandinavia, Europe

A young girl meets a troll
A girl meets a troll - rather a human-looking one 1908

The Secret of the Trolls

Torghatten, Norway
Torghatten (Trolls Hat) is a hill in Norway renowned for its distinctive hole piercing straight through the hillside (not a printing error!)

TREE TROLL
A troll, made out of tree branches and grass, Norway. Date: late 1960s

Troll, pet frog, and two long-tailed creatures
A troll with his pet frog meets two long-tailed creatures

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"Unveiling the Enchanting World of Trolls: From Justin Timberlake to Norwegian Folklore" Step into a whimsical realm where trolls come alive, transcending time and borders. Just like the animated movie "Trolls, " these mythical creatures have captivated our imagination for centuries. In Flam Village, Sognefjorden, Western Fjords, Norway, you might stumble upon trolls lurking mischievously outside stores, reminding us of their enduring presence. Norway's rich folklore showcases giant wooden trolls in places like Sottoguda, Veneto, Dolomites. Crafted with local expertise and love for tradition, these impressive sculptures embody the essence of Norwegian craftsmanship. But trolls aren't limited to physical manifestations; they permeate art and literature too. The works of renowned artists such as Kittelsen and Bauer bring forth iconic characters like White-Bear-King-Valemon and Princess Tuvstarr. Through their vivid depictions from 1912-1918, we can still feel their wistful gazes or witness Peer Gynt's enthralling Troll Dance. Legend has it that even postmen in Norway encounter social encounters with trolls during their deliveries. These tales add an extra layer of intrigue to an already captivating mythology. However enchanting they may seem in stories or artwork, we must remember that not all they can friendly beings. Some possess malicious intent—like starting avalanches just for amusement—as depicted in illustrations dating back to 1895. Yet amidst this duality lies a heartwarming truth: even trolls get cold. They seek solace by warming themselves at a hunter's fire—a reminder that beneath their wild nature lies vulnerability and relatability. And let's not forget about humor. An amusing scene unfolds from 1887 when three mischievous trolls burst into laughter at the sight of a fox dressed up as a priest—an unexpected twist showcasing both their playful nature and mischievous sense of humor.