Folk Art Needlepoint Embroidery of Penguin with Floral Motif
Item Details
A folk art needlepoint embroidery on loose weave fabric of an empire pengiun. Depicted is a penguin rendered in cotton floss and blue cotton yarn with a floral motif on his stomach, The work features french knots and gold-toned cotton floss. Piece is without artist’s signature. Presented in a wooden gold and silver-toned frame with linen insert and batting between the work and frame. Wire hanger present to verso.
Condition
- minor water stain to center right of image; water stains to verso; wear to frame; loss of paint and chipping to frame; wear to corners of frame.
Dimensions
- measures frame; visible image measures 13.5" W x 19.25" H.
Item #
17LAX300-017