Vtg William Schmidt Co Oslo Norwegian Cardigan Handknit Wool Sweater XS S Nordic For Sale

Up for sale is a stunning, authentic vintage Norwegian knit cardigan from the renowned William Schmidt & Co. of Oslo, Norway. Established in 1853, William Schmidt & Co. was globally famous for sourcing the finest handmade heritage folk knitwear for travelers and winter sports enthusiasts. This exquisite piece likely dates to the 1960s or 1970s and features a beautiful, slightly cropped vintage silhouette.Design & Aesthetic Details:Colorway: Deep jet black body contrasted by a vibrant primary red, cream, and olive green geometric Fair Isle yoke.Hardware: Full front closure featuring stunning, traditional embossed pewter/metal Nordic floral rose buttons.Craftsmanship: Entirely handmade in Norway. Features a heavy, chunky, ultra-warm 100% wool knit construction designed to last a lifetime. Beautiful pattern continuity across the front, back, and cuffs.Style Trends: Perfect for Gorpcore, Après Ski, Cabincore, Alpine Ski Lodge, Winter Cottagecore, Whimsigoth, and Heritage Folk aesthetics.Condition:Great vintage condition overall. The exterior wool is thick, plush, and structurally beautiful with excellent color vibrancy and no major staining. The interior features normal yarn floats (loops) characteristic of authentic hand-knitted construction- shown in last two photos. Minor Flaws to Disclose (See Photos):The vintage fabric neck label is currently only attached on one side (can easily be re-secured with a few quick stitches).Exact Flat-Lay Measurements:Chest (Pit to Pit): 16.5 inchesLength (Center Back): 21 inchesSleeve (Shoulder seam to cuff): 22.5 inchesShoulders (Seam to seam): 15.5 inchesItem will be packed securely and shipped promptly. Please review all high-resolution photos carefully and message with any questions prior to purchase!