Embroidered work depicting Sámi kåtas (traditional tents), human figures, and ravens.

Britta Marakatt-Labba, Garjját (The Crows), 1981 Photo: Andreas Harvik/Nasjonalmuseet © Britta Marakatt-Labba
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Britta Marakatt Labba – Where Each Stitch Breathes

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13.6 2025

Stockholm

For almost fifty years, Britta Marakatt-Labba has depicted Sámi culture, history, and resilience through her art. Join us for the opening of the exhibition “Britta Marakatt Labba – Where Each Stitch Breathes/Juohke sákkaldat vuoigŋá”.

Museum Director Gitte Ørskou will give a welcome speech at 18.15, followed by an introduction by the exhibition’s curator, Matilda Olof-Ors. Music by Georg Buljo.

Embroidered piece featuring wolves, dogs, and skiing people
Britta Marakatt-Labba, Historjá, 2003-2007 Photo: Andreas Harvik/Annar Bjørgli/Nasjonalmuseet © Britta Marakatt-Labba
Bildupphovsrätt 2025

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Embroidered work depicting Sámi kåtas (traditional tents), human figures, and ravens.
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Britta Marakatt Labba – Where Each Stitch Breathes