About Albert Scharning

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Albert Scharning was born in Oslo in 1875. As a young man, he imagined shaping silver into art, and by the age of 25 he had opened his first boutique in Molde. The shop quickly gained a reputation for its "Bunad" jewelry, pieces rooted in Norwegian tradition and distinguished by their silverwork and bright guilloche enamel. His designs reflected both heritage and a personal sense of style that set them apart.<br><br> In 1910, Albert took over Norsk Filigransfabrikk, a company already known for silver filigree. Under his direction, the workshop thrived. He was careful with detail, refining traditional methods while experimenting with new ideas that matched the changing tastes of Norway. He remained at the helm until 1927, leaving behind a body of work that blended continuity with quiet innovation.<br><br> Albert passed away in 1950, but the story didn’t end there. His son Per stepped in and carried the company forward, introducing more modern touches to the collections while keeping their roots intact. The company remained active until 1980, closing after more than seventy years of family-led work.<br><br> What kept Albert’s name alive was not only the technical skill in his jewelry but the signature quality that made each piece unmistakably his. Collectors and wearers could trace the mark of his hand and vision, giving the work a personal connection that endured long after he was gone.<br><br> Even now, Scharning’s creations are valued as part of Norway’s artistic heritage. They speak to a legacy of craftsmanship that passed from father to son, each generation leaving its own imprint while staying tied to the original vision Albert set in motion.