Step Inside the Reimagined Polmanarkivet

A year in the making, we are proud to share the reimagined Polmanarkivet with a new platform, memberships, a refreshed identity, and more. Dive in and read about all the new exciting features.

Rediscovering Jürgen Polman the Elder's Obscure Portrait

For over 50 years, this 17th-century portrait of the family patriarch has remained hidden — until now. Polmanarkivet unearthed this important artwork and invites you to explore its origins and the story of how it was rediscovered.

A Look at Our First Acquisition

We are proud to announce our first-ever physical acquisition, a collection of 18th and 17th-century manuscripts related to the Pohlmann family from Hille, where the family originated. This collection is not just an addition to our archives, but a tangible link to the very roots of the family tree.

Waffle iron, 1653-1671, with Silfversparre and von Scheiding coats of arms

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A waffle iron from 1653-1671, bearing the engraved coat of arms of Per Silfversparre (1613-71) and Magdalena von Scheiding, who were married in 1640. The von Scheiding family was made baron in 1653. The initials "PSS" (Per SilfverSparre) and "MVS" (Magdalena Von Scheiding) are also engraved. Total length is 90 cm, with a diameter of 16 cm.

Per Silfversparre and Magdalena von Scheiding were the parents of Margareta Silfversparre, married to Johan Påhlman.