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Tree of Life Hanging
1930s

This hanging is really lovely with bright colours and a variety of stitches. The Tree of Life originated in Persia and symbolised life and immortality.


Cataloguing

Two trees emerging from two hilly mounds, laden with large curling acanthus type leaves filled with a variety of stitches and designs, two birds perched on branches, all in shades of soft red, pink, maroon, mauve, purple, blues, greens, browns and black crewel wools on a natural linen ground.



The actual embroidery 53 1/2  x 33 1/2; 1.36 x 86 cm



The whole piece 7ft 3 in x 53 1/2 in; 2.2 m x 1.36 m


Condition

Very good condition. No marks at all.