Rigmor Bové

Rigmor Bové (b. 1949) is a Norwegian textile artist and designer renowned for her innovative approach to traditional crafts, particularly in tapestry and stained glass.

Education and Early Career

Bové graduated with a diploma from the Norwegian National Academy of Craft and Art Industry (Statens håndverks- og kunstindustriskole) in Oslo. She furthered her studies at the Academy of Applied Arts in Prague and specialized in Art Protis at Les Ateliers VLNENA in Brno, Czechoslovakia.

Artistic Practice

Throughout her career, Bové has focused on public art commissions, creating large-scale tapestries and stained glass installations. Her designs often reinterpret traditional Norwegian folk patterns, infusing them with bold color schemes and contemporary compositions.

Notable Works and Commissions

• Holmenkollen Chapel, Oslo: Approximately 35 square meters of stained glass.
• Margaretakyrkan, Oslo: Approximately 50 square meters of stained glass.
• Langesund Church: A 14-square-meter tapestry.
• St. Johannes Chapel, Nordkapp (1990): Collaborated on the development of the total concept for the chapel, including interior design and decoration.

Exhibitions and Memberships

Bové has participated in various exhibitions, including the “Kunst rett vest” in 2022.

She is a member of several professional organizations, such as the Norwegian Visual Artists (NBK), Visual Artists in Oslo and Akershus (BOA), Norwegian Craftsmen (NK), and Asker Visual Artists (ABK).

Legacy

Through her extensive body of work, Rigmor Bové has significantly contributed to the revitalization of traditional Norwegian textile and glass art, bridging the gap between historical craftsmanship and modern artistic expression.