Crewelwork Throw Pillow sesami-service Cut from a 19th-Century linen

Cut from a 19th-Century linen grain sack - Germany

One of one · Early 1900s · Germany

Visible wear and repairs testify to their durability and long-standing role in daily family life

Lace of this quality was rarely made at home

Crewelwork Throw Pillow sesami-service Cut from a 19th-Century linenCut from a circa 1920 crewelwork textile. This traditional textile from Kashmir, India, was crafted for European colonies, featuring wool embroidery on a cotton base. Its stylized floral and geometric patterns are inspired by 17th and 18th century European ornamentation. Originally used as curtain panels, these textiles were hand made by skilled artisans, passing down their tradition of intricate needlework through generations. 20" L x 20" W *Pillow