Colorful 1970s crewel embroidery in an oval frame, featuring a bright folk floral bouquet with warm vintage charm and easy cottage display appeal.
Details
• Vintage crewel yarn embroidery wall art
• Era: 1970s
• Approximate size: 14 x 11 inches
• Ready to hang with wire on the back
Style notes
• Crewelwork made with wool yarn on a firm linen-style fabric ground
• Oval composition with a framed floral bouquet in a basket
• Design has a spring bouquet / Pennsylvania Dutch style folk floral look
• Colors include mustard yellow, hot pink, turquoise blue, orange, lime green, olive, brown, and cream
• Stitches are raised and textured, giving the flowers and leaves strong dimension
• Housed in a dark faux tortoiseshell-look oval frame under glass
• A cheerful piece for gallery walls, cottage interiors, vintage sewing rooms, or layered folk-art displays
Pairs beautifully with other 1970s textiles, hooked rugs, sampler art, and botanical prints
Condition Grade: Good
Positives
• Embroidery remains bright and eye-catching
• Yarn work appears intact overall with strong texture and good color
• Glass is present
• Frame is present and back paper covering is still attached
• Hanging wire is installed and ready for wall display
Issues / Wear
• Fabric ground shows visible age toning and scattered light spotting
• A vertical line/crease or tension mark is visible through the center area of the textile
• Some yarn areas show light fuzzing and minor unevenness from age
• Frame has noticeable surface scratches, scuffs, and finish wear
• Small chips and nicks are visible along the frame edge, especially near the lower area
• Back paper has tears, creasing, edge wear, and age discoloration
General wear consistent with age and display
Collector’s Notes
This piece fits naturally into a vintage textile collection alongside crewel pillows, hooked rugs, samplers, and other 1970s folk floral decor. The bright wool yarn and Pennsylvania Dutch style bouquet give it that warm, collected look people love.
A colorful vintage textile piece that adds instant character to a wall.
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Disclaimer
All items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. Photos show the exact condition of each piece—please review them carefully, as they are part of the description.
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Please Note:
These pieces come from estate collections and have been surface cleaned. You may wish to perform additional cleaning depending on your preference.
