turi - by torunn larsen

Turi Gramstad Oliver is the woman behind the world-famous Turi-design. This book thoughtfully written by Torunn Larsen provides a unique insight into both the artist's personal life and lifelong work. It display's Turi's broad range of work, from her porcelain design for Figgjo, to her work with textiles and handmade paper. The book includes over 500 illustrations and pictures from Turi's personal archive.

A few more words about Turi Gramstad Oliver (b. 1938). Originally from Sandnes (Norway), she is a recognized textile artist who developed her own distinctive expression through tapestries in appliqué and machine embroidery. In several of her works, her knowledge of and interest in mythology shine through. Fairy tales and myths have been a source of inspiration for Turi Gramstad and she masterfully drew connections between the human fate and that of the natural world.