In the same way that the Ming Dynasty produced all the best porcelain vases, there had to have been some sort of Crewelwork Dynasty that, at its apex, was capable of producing pieces like this one.
Look at this! Chrysanthemums made of loops! A basket woven out of yarn! Somebody knew what they were doing.
I've turned it into a pillow but not the kind you take a nap on or let the cat sleep on. In fact, I think it may need to go to a child-free home, or at least one with an unused parlor.
And I should mention it's really large. 18 x 24.
It will take on a whole new life amongst your brood, Anna! I never would have realized it's beauty, but you've given me a fresh appreciation for vintage 1970's (?) crewel. What a find!
ReplyDeleteFabulous! You find the most wonderful pieces of crewel work!
ReplyDeleteA charmer as usual. Thanks for the peak.
ReplyDeletePaula
It's practically a sculpture. Bas relief crewel work. The things you find!
ReplyDeleteAnna,
ReplyDeletethat is one lovely pillow.
thanks for sharing.
Peace.
Wow, Just WOW!
ReplyDeleteAmazing work !
ReplyDeleteWow! That is one amazing pillow. I love the domesticity of your blog, it inspires me. There is so much joy in what we do. ~Shanda
ReplyDeleteI would hang it in the wall as a picture :-)
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