umberkujundama
Umberkujundama is a term used to describe a traditional folk art form originating from the Gotlandic region of Sweden. The name "Umberkujundama" is derived from the Swedish words "umber" meaning "soil" or "earth", "ku" meaning "frame", and "jundama" meaning "decorative pattern". It refers to a unique style of artwork created on wooden frames using a combination of natural pigments, such as umber and ochre, and other materials like flowers and leaves.
Umberkujundama artwork typically depicts scenes of everyday life, mythological events, or natural motifs like landscapes and
The origins of Umberkujundama date back to the 13th century, when Gotlandic artisans developed this unique