Hi,
I have found [this Norwegian broche](https://imgur.com/vWhMhxo) in a second hand shop in Denmark, which says “Kunde jeg følge, Fridtjof på bølge”. From what I understand, it’s a woman or wife wishing to go with the husband when he embarks for a trip. But I am curious about the actual origin and purpose. I initially thought it may have to do with Fridtjof Nansen and his exploration trips, but the viking type of ship doesn’t seem to fit. Is maybe Fridtjof a generic name standing for any sailor or husband? Is it a popular saying about sailors and their wives? I have Googled the text and I only found this site with an auction many years ago about the same broche (I guess it’s not the same item but a different instance, but I am not sure).
Any cultural detail that can help me know more about the background and origin would be appreciated.
by flying-benedictus
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Could I follow, Fridtjof on the wave.
I guess it’s a wife wanting to follow her husband to sea? Yes, Fridtjof is a common name.
No ideas beyond that.
Might be from the saga of [Fridtjof den Frøkne](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frithiof's_Saga).