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“Today is the first day of the rest of your life” — embroidered linen wall hanging
Catalogue no. BND-740339412
$399
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A large classic Swedish wall hanging (bonad) in linen, hand-embroidered with a message framed by wreaths of poppies, daisies and harebells. Very good condition — no or minimal signs of use, no stains, holes or fading. The seller writes: “Grandmother took great care of her beautiful bonader, and they were made with real skill. I have tried to show that in my photographs — the front, the reverse and the beautiful floral patterns.” It hangs beautifully as it is, or framed. On the reverse, along the left edge, it is signed “S 2002” — most likely the embroiderer's initial and the year it was made. Embroidered text (Swedish): ”I dag är första dagen på resten av ditt liv” English translation: “Today is the first day of the rest of your life.” Era: 2000s — contemporary embroidery in the classic bonad tradition, dated “S 2002” on the reverse. Dimensions: 70 x 40 cm (27.6 x 15.7 in) Material: Linen with yarn embroidery and a blue bound border Condition: Very good — no stains, holes or fading Unique — 1 of 1. Hand-embroidered; no duplicate exists. Shipping and any additional costs are added.
Condition of sale
Sold as seen · Antique textiles
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