Description
Bring a touch of authentic Scandinavian folklore to your spring décor with Hedvig Easter Witch in Black, a beautifully handcrafted 7.5" wooden figure made in Sweden by Larssons Trä. Dressed in classic dark attire, Hedvig reflects the traditional Påskkärring (Easter Witch) character that has been part of Swedish Easter celebrations for generations.
In Sweden and parts of Finland, children celebrate a charming “mini-Halloween” on Maundy Thursday or the Saturday before Easter. Little girls dress in oversized skirts and shawls, cheeks rosy and freckled, carrying copper kettles as they go door to door exchanging drawings and well-wishes for sweets. The custom traces back to old folklore that witches would fly off to a distant German mountain on the Thursday before Easter. Villagers lit bonfires to ward them off — a dramatic tradition still echoed today in the bonfires and fireworks that glow across Sweden during Holy Week.
Hedvig captures this rich storytelling tradition with warmth and craftsmanship. Carved from natural wood and painted in timeless black with coordinating details, she blends rustic charm with clean Scandinavian design. Her simple silhouette and hand-finished character make her a striking yet understated accent for mantels, Easter tables, windowsills, or nestled among birch branches and colorful feathers.
At 7.5 inches tall, she is perfectly sized for creating a Nordic Easter vignette or adding to a growing collection of Swedish holiday décor. Made in Sweden with care and tradition, this wooden figure reflects the enduring artistry and heritage of Larssons Trä.
Details:
Height: 7.5 inches
Color: Black
Material: Painted wood
Made in Sweden
Crafted by Larssons Trä
Traditional Scandinavian Easter decoration
A meaningful piece of Swedish folklore, Hedvig brings history, whimsy, and timeless Nordic charm to your Easter celebration.
